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Is it possible that the whole right half side of the body has difference in size as compared to left side.
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It is possible: What you're describing is called hemihypertrophy. It's usually noticed in infancy or in childhood and can be associated with some genetic syndromes, like Beckwith–Wiedemann and WAGR syndrome and can be associated with increased risk for some childhood cancers. You should go see your doc if you fee this applies to you.
Answered 10/21/2015
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