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I,16m did an xray on my knees and the doctor told me that my growth plates were still open and that i will grow 2-3 cm more. but i want to know,if the growth plates on my legs are still open,is it likely that the ones on my spine are open as well?

Q: i,16m did an xray on my knees and the doctor told me that my growth plates were still open and that i will grow 2-3 cm more. but i want to know,if the growth plates on my legs are still open,is it likely that the ones on my spine are open as well?

: The spine growth plates are already closed at your age.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

The spine growth plates are already closed at your age.

Answered 5/11/2023

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A member asked:

I,16m did an xray on my knees and the doctor told me that my growth plates were still open and that i will grow 2-3 cm more. but i want to know,if the growth plates on my legs are still open,is it likely that the ones on my spine are open as well?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

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