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2025-09-19 23:09:54
I am a 19 year old boy I want to know if x rays can help to determine if my growth plates are open. If they are open ,id there any chance of height increase
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X ray will tell weather growth plate open or fused Usually by 18 yrs growth plates will  be fused and no chance of further increase in height

Answered2025-09-22 10:44:20

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Usually all growth plates are closed by 18 yrs of age. No chance of further growth after 18 yrs age.

Answered2025-09-20 22:32:04

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Yes. Xrays give an idea of growth plate status

Answered2025-09-20 12:43:23

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Get x-ray done, Knee and Both Wrist

Answered2025-09-20 17:07:41

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Yes, get xray

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