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Hi im 17 years old and my height is 6'5. how do i stop growing tall? its really hard to maintain such a height.

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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Height: You should be proud of your height. Your trouble with your height is a matter of opinion.. You will stop shortly on your own.

Answered 5/2/2015

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A member asked:

Hi im 17 years old and my height is 6'5. how do i stop growing tall? its really hard to maintain such a height.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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