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Am almost 22.epileptic n in last year on meds.i am jus 5'8 n 82kgs.i wanna grow atleast 2-3inches..is there any way..plz? bcoz in my family all r tall

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CONSIDER ENDO CONSUL: Epilepsy meds would be a very rare cause. Endocrinologist use growth hormones to treat but suspect you are too old to treat. However, a consult w one might be helpful and educational.

Answered 2/26/2014

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