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Results 1 - 6 of 6 for Severe short stature
  1. Growth hormone deficiency - children 
    Growth hormone deficiency means the pituitary gland does not make enough growth hormone. ... The pituitary gland is located at the base ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001176.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome 
    ... This is more typical in people with more severe problems. Most cases are sporadic (not passed down through families). They are likely due to a new genetic variant that occurs either in the sperm or egg cells, or at the time of conception.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001249.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Osteogenesis imperfecta 
    ... with OI are most often below average height ( short stature ). However, the severity of the disease varies greatly. ... the development of poor teeth. Symptoms of more severe forms of OI may include: Bowed legs and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001573.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Hartnup disorder 
    ... is exposed to sunlight Sensitivity to light (photosensitivity) Short stature ... no disability. Rarely, there have been reports of severe nervous system disease and even deaths in families ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001201.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Histiocytosis 
    ... decline Rash Seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp Seizures Short stature Swollen lymph glands Thirst and increased drinking of ... outlook depends on the specific histiocytosis and how severe it is. Some children can live a normal ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000068.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism 
    ... facial hair Inability to smell (in some cases) Short stature (in some cases) Adults: Loss of interest in ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000390.htm - Medical Encyclopedia