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How Can I Increase My Height?
Dear Dr.
I am 26 yrs now, and i know its not genetic reason that im not growing because my parents are taller.
and i would like to know is there any way of growing at least 2 to 3 inches more. right now i am 5 feet.
Your suggestion will mater me most. Please also advice if there is anything i can do.
I am 26 yrs now, and i know its not genetic reason that im not growing because my parents are taller.
and i would like to know is there any way of growing at least 2 to 3 inches more. right now i am 5 feet.
Your suggestion will mater me most. Please also advice if there is anything i can do.
Wed, 25 Apr 2018
Hello,
I do not think that at age of 26 years, you can increase your height because generally all bony plates get fused at this age.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale
I do not think that at age of 26 years, you can increase your height because generally all bony plates get fused at this age.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale
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