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How tall will my son be hes 12 5'10.mom5'7.im 6'1.he was 5'7 at 11. estimates.her dad is 6'4.he wants to be tall bad.he thinks he's done growing.?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

That depends on his: Bone age & his stage of puberty, neither of which can be altered to allow a healthy child more time to grow. A thorough physical exam including examination of the genitalia, immunizations & discussion of diet, growth, puberty, academics, peers & risky adolescent behaviors are age-appropriate. If your son prefers you excuse yourself, the pediatrician will have an assistant present for the exam.

Answered 12/20/2012

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Estimates vary: If an estimate is done with parental height, the process adds 2.5 inches to the average parent height.(67+73/2=70+2.5 =72.5) if done from the cdc growth charts, the number approaches 77" (6'5"). A simple x-ray of the left hand & wrist can be assessed for bone maturity. If the maturity is closer to 12y he is likely to be very tall; if closer to 15 his further growth is limited & he may make 6'1".

Answered 12/21/2012

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