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2017-08-05 04:39:05
I'm currently 18 going on to 19 next month. I'm worried about my short stature. I'm currently 5'5. I want to know the likeliness of my growth plates still being open at this age? Do I have a legitimate shot at them being open or at this age, are they most likely closed?
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Situation and circumstances vary Pt to Pt. Consult orthopaedic surgeon

Answered2017-08-05 07:25:03

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