What Determines How Tall I Am? I Am Shorter Than

Posted on Sun, 8 Sep 2019

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Question : what determines how tall I am? I am shorter than my family. did I stunt my growth?

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Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have gone through your query and here is my advice.

Your height is mainly depends upon nutritional status, genetic /familial stature, having history of any chronic disease, thyroid /growth hormones status.

Poor nutrition may affect on skeltal/bony Growth which may cause short height.

Chronic diseases of kidney, liver, digestive systems may cause short height.

For further assessment, I would suggest you to consult with endocrinologist for detailed clinical examination. He may procure thyroid and growth hormones profile as per evaluation.

Mean while, take balanced diet. Do stretching exercises regularly. Avoid stress.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further...

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng