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Question: I am 20 and my height is 5'3. I want my height approx 5'5 or 5'6, is it possible to gain height in such age. What medication does it require ?
Brief Answer:
No medical therapy to increase height after 18 to 20 years age
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Usually height growth cessation occurs around 18 to 20 years of age.
No medical therapy can help attain excess height from this stage.
It is advisable to eat healthy balanced diet, do regular exercise and stay fit. Avoid smoking, drinking alcohol.
By maintaining the right posture, you can appear taller, wear higher heel shoes and well fitting clothes.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
No medical therapy to increase height after 18 to 20 years age
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Usually height growth cessation occurs around 18 to 20 years of age.
No medical therapy can help attain excess height from this stage.
It is advisable to eat healthy balanced diet, do regular exercise and stay fit. Avoid smoking, drinking alcohol.
By maintaining the right posture, you can appear taller, wear higher heel shoes and well fitting clothes.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
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