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Correlation between Vitamin D and Glucose Level in Children with Growth Hormone Treatment

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Last updated: 24 Dec 2024

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Background: There is a lack of extensive study investigating the possible connection between vitamin D levels and glucose metabolism in children undergoing growth hormone (GH) treatment. Aim: This research aims to examine the alterations in vitamin D and fasting glucose levels after one year of GH therapy in youngsters. Methods: A longitudinal cohort research tracked a group of 40 youngsters (aged 8-14 years) who required growth hormone (GH) medication due to medical reasons. Prior to commencing treatment, baseline evaluations were performed to measure the levels of vitamin D (in ng/dL) and fasting glucose (in mg/dL). Subsequent evaluations were conducted after one year of uninterrupted growth hormone therapy. Results: Growth hormone therapy decreased vitamin D levels and elevated fasting glucose levels, potentially impacting blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity. Insufficient vitamin D levels can lead to health issues. Conclusion: GH medication affected vitamin D levels and possibly affected glucose homeostasis. These data might contribute to future studies on the impact of vitamin D supplementation in enhancing growth and metabolic well-being in children undergoing GH therapy. Further research is needed to determine the full impact of growth hormone therapy on individual health and other factors.  

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10.21608/ejhm.2024.360966

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Vitamin D, Glucose levels, Growth hormone treatment, children, Longitudinal study

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95

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1

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46984

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2024-04-01

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2024-06-18

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2024-04-01

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2,225

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2,229

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1687-2002

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2090-7125

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The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine

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https://ejhm.journals.ekb.eg/

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Correlation between Vitamin D and Glucose Level in Children with Growth Hormone Treatment

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24 Dec 2024