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Everyone says it's rare to grow after mid30s but i'd really like to know any and all possible reasons that 3 inch growth in height could occur at 37?
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Late growth spurt: It is unusual to grow that late in life If your feet and hands are getting bigger you may have acromegaly which is a late onset of human growth hormone production You should see your physician
Answered 8/31/2014
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