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What are poss. causes where growth plates of late 30-something fail to close? estrogen levels normal. isn't estrogen what closes plates post puberty?
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It is supposed to: Growth plates are usually closed in females with estrogen, but obviously not in this cited case.
Answered 11/29/2015
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