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Can I increase height after the age 19?

2024-05-28 12:01:01
I am 20 years old currently, my height is 5'2. I want to increase my height. Is there any solution? I am ready to take a course of medicines.
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Firstly I will need to see some of your xrays or the wrist, hip and knees to confirm if your bones have fused or not. After that I can comment.

Answered2024-05-28 12:12:45

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Need to see your growth plate

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Some remedies you can try Surgery to increase height is not fruitful as there are some disadvantage also

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