Hypophysial Dwarf (Noun)
Meaning
A dwarf whose condition is caused by a deficiency of growth hormones, rather than by genetic factors (as in the case of the achondroplastic dwarf).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed as a hypophysial dwarf due to a rare tumor that affected the pituitary gland's ability to produce growth hormones.
- Hypophysial dwarfs often experience delayed puberty and may require hormone replacement therapy to stimulate growth and development.
- The endocrinologist specialized in treating hypophysial dwarfs, using a combination of medication and therapy to manage the condition.
- Researchers studied the effects of growth hormone deficiency on hypophysial dwarfs, hoping to develop more effective treatments for the condition.
- The young girl was classified as a hypophysial dwarf after tests revealed a significant deficiency in growth hormones, which was affecting her overall development.