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Could Overgrowth Of Bones In An Infant Be A Matter Of Concern?
Hi, We went for normal growth check for our son and doctor advised to take wrist X-Ray. My baby age is 6 months. Upon seeing the X-Ray, doctor told that bone age of the child is 1 year. We have not given any vitamin-D 3 etc injections to baby. Please advise what should we do now? Is this a matter of concern?
Tue, 18 Aug 2020
Hi,
To comment on this, we need more details. Why bone age was assessed? This is usually not a part of usual growth assessment and is done when there is changes in weight, length or body proportions. How is her weight and length? Usual causes of advanced bone age are disturbances in thyroid hormone, growth hormone or adrenal hormones. Kindly contact your doctor with details.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
To comment on this, we need more details. Why bone age was assessed? This is usually not a part of usual growth assessment and is done when there is changes in weight, length or body proportions. How is her weight and length? Usual causes of advanced bone age are disturbances in thyroid hormone, growth hormone or adrenal hormones. Kindly contact your doctor with details.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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