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Could a deficiency cause you not to grow ?
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Depends on what defi: Yes it can.Deficiency of many enzymes,hormones,iron,vitamins and others can be cause of growth retardation You have to consult a Pediatrician and find the cause of not growing
Answered 12/10/2014
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