- female
- 20 Years
- 14/08/2025
I'm only 52 inches tall and feel really frustrated because everyone in my family is taller than me, even my siblings. I have bow legs (genu varum) which makes me look even shorter. Are there any treatments like growth hormones or surgery that could help me grow taller? How much would they cost? I'm struggling with this so much that it's affecting my mental health who should I consult for help?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
At 52 inches with genu varum, limb lengthening or correction can help—consult ortho/plastic surgeon.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Orthopaedician
Answered 14/08/2025
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