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I'm 5ft3 at 16, i'm male. i was born 12 weeks premature. i'm conscious of my height and it affects my sport. will i be able toget hgh from a doctor?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Premature: Because of your prematurity your height is on the short size. Consult an endocrinologist, but dont be hurt if he tells growth hormone may not work.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Maybe,maybe not: Hgh treatment is worthwhile if you are growth hormone deficient, and testing could find that out.An x-ray of your wrist and hand could start the process, by assessing bone maturity. If more like a 12-13 yr you would need testing.If your bone maturity is at a 15-16 yr, you have little growth potential and hgh would not help.

Answered 12/13/2013

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