A Matter of Short and Tall
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I believe if an individual suffers from Hypopituitary Dwarfism they should have the say in whether to receive treatment or not. Being short is not a big deal, but it can cause rejection from peers and lower one's self-esteem. If this is a big problem the child is facing then they should have the right to pursue different treatment options, such as growth hormones. If I suffered from Hypopituitary Dwarfism I would feel uncomfortable around other people, especially the way society views people today, and I would probably have very low self-esteem. If it affected me to the point of depression I would likely seek out a treatment that could make me taller. Shortness is not a medical problem, but when someone has a condition that could be fixed then let them fix it if they want to. It is like plastic surgery; if it makes the person more comfortable and have higher self-esteem, then go for it, do it for you not because you want to look like everyone else or just want to fit in. When considering treatment for this "problem," the physician should look at the emotional well-being of the child or whomever, not the parents or what they think is best. Treatment should not be sought for physical appearance reasons. If the treatment is going to make the child more emotionally stable and happier than I believe they should pursue treatment options...