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Read adults can permanently grow about 1/2 in taller but can 41 yo grow several inches? what conditions cause that & what keeps plates open that late?

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Acromegaly: A pituitary disorder causing acromegaly is the usual cause due to abnormally high levels of growth hormone. Taking human growth hormone may cause some abnormal growth,also. An endocrinologist is best qualified to evaluate such a patient and order appropriate tests.

Answered 11/18/2016

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Read adults can permanently grow about 1/2 in taller but can 41 yo grow several inches? what conditions cause that & what keeps plates open that late?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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