Endocrinologists manage growth hormone therapy and other endocrine issues in Prader-Willi syndrome.
Endocrine Management
Growth hormone therapy (typically started in infancy) improves growth, body composition, and cognitive development. Endocrinologists also manage hypogonadism, hypothyroidism, and adrenal insufficiency screening.
What to Look For
- PWS growth hormone expertise
- Early treatment initiation
- Comprehensive endocrine monitoring
Questions to Ask
- When should growth hormone be started?
- What endocrine tests are needed?
- How do you monitor growth hormone response?