A 9-year-old boy presents with growth retardation and propensity to hypoglycemia. Physical examination reveals sho stature, micropenis, increased fat and high-pitched voice. The skeletal survey reveals bone age of 5 years. Which of the following is most appropriate diagnosis?
Correct Answer: Growth hormone deficiency
Description: - Features mentioned in the question suggests the diagnosis of Growth hormone deficiency CLINICAL FEATURES OF GH DEFICIENCY: Delayed bone age, dentition, pubey , milestones Hypoglycemia Frontal bossing High pitched voice Sho stature
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