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I am turning 16 next month i am 65 inches and 140 pounds and i am growing at a very slow pace barely an inch a year do i need hgh???

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Dr. Steven Warren answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: You need to be evaluated and blood tests done to see what your levels are. Also consider your parents. Also you still have years to grow

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I am turning 16 next month i am 65 inches and 140 pounds and i am growing at a very slow pace barely an inch a year do i need hgh???

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Warren answered

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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