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How late do men stop growing?

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Dr. Harry Myers answered

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Puberty: Hi!, Growth rates vary due to genetics, genders and environments. Hormone issues can also have an effect. Generally People are done growing by their early 20's. If a person continues to grow taller they may have a condition called Giantism and they should see an endocrinologist soon.

Answered 6/14/2014

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