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What would cause out of blue growth spurts (2-3 in. in height) at 38, after being same height since early 20s? no other phys changes; no acromegaly.
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Growth spurt age 38: 1. you are now wearing high heels? 2. someone snuck lifters into your shoes? 3. Your measuring tape has shrunk? 4. The Dr has changed offices and his measuring thing was misplaced on wall.
Answered 4/29/2017
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Are there any other conditions besides acromegaly where adults, 15 years past puberty, have excessive growth hormone? Do those cause height increase?
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I know acromegaly can cause added height in adulthood. But what other conditions/issues could add 2 or more inches after 38 w/.no other phys changes?
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