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On average, what age do males stop growing taller? i've heard its 21 when males on average stop growing taller. i am around 185 cm at 18 and a half

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Height: Most people stop growing by around 18. The best way to assess this is to have an x-ray done and ask for bone age x-rays. It will tell you if your bones have completely fused in which case you will NOT grow any further

Dr Sarela agreed

Answered 9/23/2016

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