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I am 5 ft 3 inch now. age 18 year and 3 months. will i grow another 3-4 inches if i do skipping everyday ?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

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BONE AGE: you probably may have finished growing, however, your pediatrician is the best one to determine if there is any growth potential left. He can do a Xray of your hand called a BONE AGE, it will tell if there is any room for growth or if the bones have matured already. Good Luck

Answered 4/5/2016

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I am 5 ft 3 inch now. age 18 year and 3 months. will i grow another 3-4 inches if i do skipping everyday ?

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