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Is Height Growth Possible At The Age Of 22?

Hi Dr. Im sirhc, im 21 years old running for 22 this december, i woukd ask if there is possible to increase my height? What are the effective medicine to take, gloxi is effective?? Im 5 2 in tall boy, what are the goodways to do to increase my height.. tnx po.
Tue, 11 Oct 2016
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Dear sirhc,

Increase in height occurs by long bones growth. There is a cartilage plate located near the end of each bone, that is responsible for new bone formation and thus lengthening.

Once this plate is closed, there will not be further bone growth. This usually occurs around the 18 years of age, but there is of course wide individual variations.

Assessment of the state of this growth plate, known as the "epiphyseal plate" is done by X ray. You may consult your family doctor to asses your individual condition.

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Is Height Growth Possible At The Age Of 22?

Dear sirhc, Increase in height occurs by long bones growth. There is a cartilage plate located near the end of each bone, that is responsible for new bone formation and thus lengthening. Once this plate is closed, there will not be further bone growth. This usually occurs around the 18 years of age, but there is of course wide individual variations. Assessment of the state of this growth plate, known as the epiphyseal plate is done by X ray. You may consult your family doctor to asses your individual condition. Best wishes.