Height not increasing since a long time

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Asked for Female, 13 Years

I am 13 yr old girl. I am only 142 cm. I have not grown taller since 8 months. I have not even gained 1 kg weight. Have I stopped growing or is there still a chance for me to grow tall?

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Dr. J Prabhakar Rao

Pediatrician 32 yrs exp Ghaziabad

Your height and weight WILL increase till 18-21 years of age,but of course,genetics primarily decides the final height. Take a healthy balanced diet and ensure good physical activity. Ultimately,remember,height has nothing to do with success and happiness in life!!

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Dr. Pandurang Sawant Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Pune Consult Now · Accepted Answer

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Ur growth pattern depands on Ur parents height If ur both parents are less height then This may be ur final height There are less chances to increase height Weight can be increased No problem

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