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Hello! my sister is 16 years old and she suffered from anorexia nervosa for almost two years. will she be able to grow a few inches taller?
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Not likely: Most with anorexia have growth problems to begin with but get to their adult height. Most girls are there by age 16 to begin with. There are always a few late bloomers who dont get to full height till about age 18 or so.
Answered 7/10/2012
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