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Are There Any Chance To Grow Tall After 17?

I am 17 and my height is 5'6. I haven't grown since i was 13. My dad grew a foot in high school so he says that i will grow but i haven't. What ways are there to induce a growth spurt? I have done research and found out about certain injections or pills to help but I am not sure. What do you suggest?
Thu, 29 May 2014
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Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day

The height of individual depends on genetic makeup of an individual. It depends on maternal and paternal height.
You are expected to follow your father height spurt.
I would not advise you for any pills and injections.


In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.

Wishing you happy and healthy life

Take Care

Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
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Are There Any Chance To Grow Tall After 17?

Hi Welcome to Healthcare-Magic Greetings of the day The height of individual depends on genetic makeup of an individual. It depends on maternal and paternal height. You are expected to follow your father height spurt. I would not advise you for any pills and injections. In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you. Wishing you happy and healthy life Take Care Best Regards Dr T Shobha Deepak MBBS,MD