News tagged with short stature

Is short stature associated with a 'shortage' of genes?

New research sifts through the entire genome of thousands of human subjects to look for genetic variation associated with height. The results of the study, published by Cell Press in the December issue of the American Jo ...

Genetics Nov 23, 2011 | 4.3 / 5 (4) | 0 |

Scientists identify genes linked to Western African Pygmies' small stature

If Pygmies are known for one trait, it is their short stature: Pygmy men stand just 4'11" on average. But the reason why these groups are so short and neighboring groups are not remains unclear. Scientists have proposed various ...

Genetics Apr 26, 2012 | 4.5 / 5 (2) | 0 |

Being left out puts youths with special needs at risk for depression

The challenges that come with battling a chronic medical condition or developmental disability are enough to get a young person down. But being left out, ignored or bullied by their peers is the main reason youths with special ...

Pediatrics Apr 29, 2012 | 5 / 5 (1) | 1 |

Researchers find genetic key to preventing spine tumours

Genetic medicine experts from Manchester Biomedical Research Centre at Saint Mary's Hospital and The University of Manchester have identified a new gene responsible for causing an inherited form of tumour, known as spinal ...

Genetics Feb 15, 2013 | 5 / 5 (1) | 0 |

Should short boys take growth hormone?

(HealthDay)—Parents often worry when their child, especially a son, is much shorter than average. But as long as there is no medical cause, parents can rest easy, experts say.

Health Mar 27, 2013 | 4 / 5 (1) | 0