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A member asked:
Other than acromegaly what conditions keep bones from sealing & remain open @ 37? how do u know if closed? i'm embarrassed @ my age to get wrist xray.
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Reassurance : Absolutely no reason to be ashamed to do X Ray at your age, if you need this for diagnosis.!!! Most important to know what is going on with you that plan for your treatment can be produced. Be well.
Answered 12/16/2016
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