Low growth hormone levels mimic the effects of aging so basically if you feel like your going downhill it may be a sign of of deficiency. Infact it’s the most common complaint of patients who go on growth hormone replacement. They talk about a lack of energy, they say life seems less exciting, they feel a decline in libido and sexual performance. The same symptoms are seen in adult patients who develope pituitary disease.

The psychological and emotional symptoms assocaited with low growth hormone levels are similar to a testosterone deficiency , they include a reduced sense of well being ; low energy , vitality and capacity for work , emotional lability including mood swings , anxiety and depression. Some important physical signs to look for are increased body fat , especially around the waist (apple shaped) decreased muscle mass , prematurely aged skin.

The following are a list of symptoms of growth hormone deficiency

Impared psychological well being and quality of life;