I'm currently around 164 cm tall and I'm hoping to increase my height by at least 2 inches. Can you share any advice or recommend any medication that can help with height growth without any side effects? I exercise regularly, but I'm really looking to gain those extra inches.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

MBBS
6+ Yrs

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You still have age for growth consume healthy diet and visit endocrinologist for evaluation and appropriate management.

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Answered 25/07/2025

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