- male
- 25 Years
- 14/08/2025
I'm 25 years old and 163cm tall my dad is the same height. I've been seriously considering limb lengthening surgery or human growth hormone treatment to increase my height. I've always wondered how so many people end up tall even when their parents are short. Can you guide me on whether these options would work for me and what the risks might be?
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