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(Solved):   Answer the questions in complete, clear sentences own words.   (A)  Dwarfism ...



  Answer the questions in complete, clear sentences own words.

 

(A)  Dwarfism is a condition caused by problems with growth hormone production.

A paediatric endocrinologist is often referred to for specialist treatment of such conditions.

 

In which organ is growth hormones produced and how is its release regulated?

(7marks)

 

(B.) From you knowledge ,discuss the likely problem and treatment  of such a condition  and provide the rationale  for the treatment.

    (3marks).



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Growth hormone (GH) secretion from anterior pituitary is regulated by the hypothalamus and the mediators of GH actions. Major regulatory factors include GH releasing hormone (GHRH), somatostatin (SRIF), GH releasing peptide (ghrerin) and insulin-like
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