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I am female & 23 age., my dad is short, so i am resembling his height but i want to increase my height.. what can be done..

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Height: Sorry, your growth plates have long since closed.

Dr Killian agreed

Answered 1/8/2014

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A member asked:

I am female & 23 age., my dad is short, so i am resembling his height but i want to increase my height.. what can be done..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Killian agreed

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