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Concern about height
Hi doctor , iam 5 ft 9in tall , 18 years old and i want to know if i can still grow taller because my parents are pretty tall
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Depends on the growth plate if its open or not
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X ray of the knee can tell whether growth plate is open or not. Show to a orthopedician
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At your age, you are unlikely to grow anymore. At best you may get another centimetre of growth. Your bones have reached their maturity at 18yrs.
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Concentrate on maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. Eat healthy, don't smoke and exercise regularly
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Height is depended on a number of factors from genetic to nutritional.a series of blood tests and xray would help in correcting if there is any deficiency
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Hi Please consult me through practo pro paid consult with your exact page on months parents height in cm
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