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Growth issues

2018-05-01 08:45:53
Hello, I need your advise. Im now 21 years old and I find myself reallg small with the height of 4'5. Genetically, my family is small. But I find that I'm the shortest. Is it still possible for me to have a hormonal therapy to increase my height?
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The height cannot be increased medically at this age.

Answered2018-05-03 11:46:13

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