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Stress-induced IL-6 regulation in pediatric bone growth disorders: current insights and therapeutic strategies

  • By

  • Zaineb Sohail

  • Norhayati binti Abd. Hadi

  • Azizur Rehman

  • Muhammad Asghar

  • Farasat Zaman

  • June 2, 2026

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Objective:

To investigate the association between stress-induced IL-6 upregulation and its implications for bone health in children.

Key Findings:
  • Stress triggers IL-6 upregulation, impairing skeletal growth and increasing fragility.
  • Persistent IL-6 upregulation disrupts the GH/IGF-1 axis and enhances RANKL-mediated osteoclastogenesis.
  • Elevated IL-6 levels adversely affect skeletal, immune, and endocrine systems, compromising bone growth.
  • IL-6 impairs stem cell differentiation and inhibits growth plate chondrocyte proliferation and maturation.
  • Elevated IL-6 levels may also impair muscle health and the interaction between muscle and bone.
Interpretation:

Limitations:
  • Direct pediatric data identifying IL-6 as the sole causative factor for osteoporosis or fractures is scarce.
  • Evidence primarily originates from conditions characterized by chronic inflammation.
Conclusion:

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Stress-induced IL-6 regulation in pediatric bone growth disorders: current insights and therapeutic strategies

  • by Zaineb Sohail, Norhayati binti Abd. Hadi, Azizur Rehman, Muhammad Asghar, Farasat Zaman

  • June 2, 2026

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