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A member asked:

I am 4 foot and 8 inches girl and i am 25 years old i want to know i want to increase my height?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Height: Unfortunately, after puberty the bone growth plates close, and there is very limited potential for future height growth.

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Answered 6/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Height: Genetics mainly play the role here, so there is no magic answer for you to grow taller. Please do try and be happy with your current stature. Best wishes.

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 6/20/2014

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