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Im male 20 and im 164cm.i do smoke and is that reason why im this short and not growing?how can i improve my height and is that possible to growtaller
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Growth: Your growth in part is controlled by the genes you inherited from your parents. At your age you have probably reached your adult levels of height. Smoking is not helping your general health so see your doctor for help.
Answered 6/14/2013
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