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Sister is still growing and one leg is about 3/4 of an inch longer than the other. is she finally hitting a growth spurt?

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Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

Evaluation needed: Leg length should be same as a child grows. Asymmetric growth should be promptly evaluated by a physician as the difference can worsen with time and growth.

Answered 3/26/2013

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A member asked:

Sister is still growing and one leg is about 3/4 of an inch longer than the other. is she finally hitting a growth spurt?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

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