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Can A Person Grow Taller After The Age Of 19?
Question: Can a male grow taller after age 19?
My son was always above average in height on his growth charts until he reached about age 15 and stopped growing now he only reaced 5ft 5
My son was always above average in height on his growth charts until he reached about age 15 and stopped growing now he only reaced 5ft 5
Brief Answer:
not possible
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Usually height increase is only up to 13 to 18 years maximum
After that there will not be any notable increase in height.
Your son is already 19 years. It is unlikely that he will gain any further height hereafter.
But if he is in good health with no serious illness don't worry.
Do ensure he takes enough protein intake in diet to keep him healthy.
Wishing your son good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
not possible
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Usually height increase is only up to 13 to 18 years maximum
After that there will not be any notable increase in height.
Your son is already 19 years. It is unlikely that he will gain any further height hereafter.
But if he is in good health with no serious illness don't worry.
Do ensure he takes enough protein intake in diet to keep him healthy.
Wishing your son good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
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