"Growing Pressure: Parents Turn to Growth Hormones for Kids' Height"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Well-off parents are increasingly seeking human growth hormone prescriptions for their children, even if they don't have a medical condition that hinders growth. Some parents are turning to the injections to prevent bullying or jumpstart an athletic or modeling career. The trend has been dubbed "cosmetic endocrinology" by some pediatricians. While some parents are turning to human growth hormones for their kids for medical reasons, the majority of children deemed short for their age don’t have a medical condition that hinders growth, doctors say. However, the procedure has drawbacks, including negative social messages and an increased risk of heart issues down the line.