Somatopause
Somatopause
Somatopause (/soʊˈmætəˌpɔːz/), also known as growth hormone deficiency in adults, is a medical condition characterized by the decline in the production of growth hormones by the pituitary gland as a person ages.
Etymology
The term "Somatopause" is derived from the Greek words "soma" meaning body and "pause" meaning stop. It refers to the cessation or slowing down of growth hormone production in the body.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Somatopause may include fatigue, weight gain, loss of muscle mass, decreased bone density, and changes in lipid and glucose metabolism.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Somatopause is typically made through a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory testing, including blood tests to measure levels of IGF-1, a hormone that is regulated by growth hormones.
Treatment
Treatment for Somatopause often involves hormone replacement therapy with synthetic growth hormones. This treatment aims to restore normal growth hormone levels and alleviate symptoms.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Somatopause
- Wikipedia's article - Somatopause
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