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I am 20 and just 5"2, should i take growth hormone treatment? i'm balding too.
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No: Would not cause you to grow- has side effects including risk of diabetes.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Too late: I honestly think its too late if you are hoping to get taller. You should talk to an endocrinologist about it. You may need some hormone testing about the balding. If you have a family history of early balding it may be your destiny. But a dermatologist can help with that.
Answered 2/23/2013
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