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What Determines How Tall I Am? I Am Shorter Than

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Posted on Tue, 24 Sep 2019
Question: what determines how tall I am? I am shorter than my family. did I stunt my growth?
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Answered by Dr. Shyam B. Kale (1 hour later)
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have gone through your query and here is my advice.

Your height is mainly depends upon nutritional status, genetic /familial stature, having history of any chronic disease, thyroid /growth hormones status.

Poor nutrition may affect on skeltal/bony Growth which may cause short height.

Chronic diseases of kidney, liver, digestive systems may cause short height.

For further assessment, I would suggest you to consult with endocrinologist for detailed clinical examination. He may procure thyroid and growth hormones profile as per evaluation.

Mean while, take balanced diet. Do stretching exercises regularly. Avoid stress.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further...
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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Dr. Shyam B. Kale

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Practicing since :2011

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What Determines How Tall I Am? I Am Shorter Than

Brief Answer: Please see detailed answer... Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your query and here is my advice. Your height is mainly depends upon nutritional status, genetic /familial stature, having history of any chronic disease, thyroid /growth hormones status. Poor nutrition may affect on skeltal/bony Growth which may cause short height. Chronic diseases of kidney, liver, digestive systems may cause short height. For further assessment, I would suggest you to consult with endocrinologist for detailed clinical examination. He may procure thyroid and growth hormones profile as per evaluation. Mean while, take balanced diet. Do stretching exercises regularly. Avoid stress. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further...