Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
14 Year Old. Can Somatotropin Be Taken Height Without Side Effect?
Posted on
Wed, 3 Jul 2013
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Wed, 3 Jul 2013
Answered on
Mon, 22 Jul 2013
Last reviewed on
Question : I am a 14 year old boy, and I was wondering what I could do to grow taller than my potential height (which is somewhere near 175 cm)
I heard that somatotropin makes you grow taller but on the other hand it may be XXXXXXX for the endocrine system, and it probably may not even be used on people like me (only on people with severe problems, like genetic diseases and muscle/bone problems or even gland problems)
I heard that somatotropin makes you grow taller but on the other hand it may be XXXXXXX for the endocrine system, and it probably may not even be used on people like me (only on people with severe problems, like genetic diseases and muscle/bone problems or even gland problems)
Hi,
Thank you for consulting HealthcareMagic!
Yes, you are in saying that somatotropin a growth hormone analogue makes you grow taller but is XXXXXXX for the endocrine system unless specifically indicated in people with certain genetic conditions, some endocrine problems and bone problems. It should not be indicated to you.
After the fusion of growth plates of the long bones (Epiphyses), increase in height stops. This may vary from 12 to 18 years. I personally feel that you are of good height for your age and would be of good height. However, you can try the following measures:
Exercises like rope skipping, jogging, stretching exercises might help
Improve your meal intake to 5 to 6 times a day
Get proper and enough sleep.
Most importantly, avoid any over the counter drugs which say that they would increase your height.
Hope it helps!
Thank you for consulting HealthcareMagic!
Yes, you are in saying that somatotropin a growth hormone analogue makes you grow taller but is XXXXXXX for the endocrine system unless specifically indicated in people with certain genetic conditions, some endocrine problems and bone problems. It should not be indicated to you.
After the fusion of growth plates of the long bones (Epiphyses), increase in height stops. This may vary from 12 to 18 years. I personally feel that you are of good height for your age and would be of good height. However, you can try the following measures:
Exercises like rope skipping, jogging, stretching exercises might help
Improve your meal intake to 5 to 6 times a day
Get proper and enough sleep.
Most importantly, avoid any over the counter drugs which say that they would increase your height.
Hope it helps!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vasanth
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
