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Suggest Treatment To Increase Height

I am 33 years old, and 5 9 1/2 and about 200 lbs. I am willing to pay for any PROVEN medications that can give me 3-4 inches in height. A chiropractor told me 2 years ago that my growth plates are closed, so I need to know what my options are. Any help you can provide would be appreciated.
Fri, 26 Jul 2019
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Endocrinologist 's  Response
Hello,

In males Growth plates close around ages 14 and 19. The fastest rate of growth is usually 1 to 2 years after puberty has started. Developing physically into an adult takes 2 to 5 years.

It is very difficult scientifically, to grow taller or increase height after 33 years of age, due to the limited production of growth hormones after a certain age (less than 24 years).

So to resume my answer: There is no proven medication that can increase your height at your age because your growth plates are closed and Growth hormone is produced minimally.

My advice to you is: Accept that you can’t do anything about it. Feel comfortable, in your body. Never be ashamed or feel insecure because of your height.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Elona Xhardo, Endocrinologist
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Endocrinologist Dr. Elona's  Response
Hello,

Males increase in height during the puberty stages.\.Growth plates close around age 19.

Most boys complete their growth by the time they’re 16 years old. Some boys may continue to grow another inch or so in their later teen years.

It is practically impossible to increase height after the growth plates are closed and the medication that can give 3-4 inch in height at 33 years old, do not exist.

So, the best thing to do is to Accept your height and feel confortable, in your body because everyone is special with his specific characteristics.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Elona Xhardo, Endocrinologist
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Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. salah saad shoman's  Response
Hi,

Unfortunately, there is no medication up till now that can make you taller, am sorry to tell you this...it is a matter of hereditary condition.

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

Regards,
Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
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Suggest Treatment To Increase Height

Hello, In males Growth plates close around ages 14 and 19. The fastest rate of growth is usually 1 to 2 years after puberty has started. Developing physically into an adult takes 2 to 5 years. It is very difficult scientifically, to grow taller or increase height after 33 years of age, due to the limited production of growth hormones after a certain age (less than 24 years). So to resume my answer: There is no proven medication that can increase your height at your age because your growth plates are closed and Growth hormone is produced minimally. My advice to you is: Accept that you can’t do anything about it. Feel comfortable, in your body. Never be ashamed or feel insecure because of your height. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Elona Xhardo, Endocrinologist