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What causes the epiphyseal plate of the long bones of children to close too early?

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Plate closure: Usually exposure to sex hormones ie androgens or estrogens. These are more likely to be elevated in precocious puberty or adrenal disorders. Environmental exposure is rare but on the list.

Dr Lewy-Weiss and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/24/2012

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