HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE (HGH)



Human growth hormone (HGH) is produced by the pituitary gland, which is a pea-sized organ located at the base of the brain. In addition to spurring childhood growth, it also helps regulate:

  • Fat metabolism
  • Bone growth
  • Muscle growth
  • Brain function
  • Blood sugar
  • Sleep
  • Memory

As we age, however, the amount of HGH produced by the pituitary gland decreases. This has prompted an interest in producing the hormone synthetically to treat aging or age-related health issues.

But not only is there little evidence to support the claim that synthetic HGH can counteract the effects of aging, experts recommend against using human growth hormone treatments because of its associated risks.

What is human growth hormone treatment used for?

Growth hormone treatment involves administering injections of synthetic HGH to adults who have a growth hormone deficiency. HGH may be caused by a benign growth (tumor) on the pituitary gland or treatments such as radiation or surgery.

Generally, HGH treatment is used to treat:

  • Muscle wasting associated with human immunodeficiency virus infection and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS)-related growth hormone deficiency
  • Short bowel syndrome (inability of the intestine to absorb nutrients)
  • Genetic disorders, including:
    • Turner's syndrome (a genetic disorder that affects a girl's development)
    • Prader-Willi syndrome (a genetic disorder that affects muscle tone, sex hormones, and hunger)
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Babies born with low birth weight

For adults with a growth hormone deficiency, growth hormone treatment is used to:

  • Improve endurance or exercise capacity
  • Increase bone mass or density
  • Increase muscle mass
  • Decrease body fat

However, there are limited studies on the benefits of growth hormone treatment in healthy adults. Though some studies have shown that the treatment helps increase muscle mass in older adults, there is no improvement in their strength.

What are the risks of taking growth hormones?

Approved forms of human growth hormone are available only as injections. HGH is also sold in pill form, but there is no evidence that these supplements are effective. Excess use of injections or ingestion of these pills can cause:

  • Swelling in the limbs
  • Joint pain
  • Muscle pain
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome (a condition in which the pressure on the median nerve in your wrist causes pain, tingling, and numbness in the hand)
  • Type II diabetes
  • Gynecomastia (breast enlargement in men)
  • Increased risk of certain cancers

To avoid these side effects, growth hormones should be used with caution. Do not use injections without getting a prescription from your doctor, and you should check in regularly with your doctor while you are taking it.

If you do not have growth hormone deficiency and want to improve your health, it’s best to find other ways to do this, such as eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly.

 


 

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