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Can too many ankle sprains cause calcium deficiency and stop me grow taller?i had like 20 ankle sprains and 2 times my right foot was in a plastercast
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Ankles: This is way to many and you need to se a good bone specialist. There is likely to be a quick understanding of your problem and quick treatment. Hope all goes well.
Answered 7/11/2018
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Nope: Won't affect your height but you should see doctor and find out why you have chronic ankle instability. Youmay have torn your collateral ligaments......fixing them should be considered....(Brostrom surgery)
Answered 6/17/2015
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