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  • Male
  • 18 Years
  • 23/01/2025

I'm really concerned because my height just isn't increasing anymore. It seems to have suddenly stopped at 5'4". Is there anything I can do to help my height grow?

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The sudden appearance of a lump near your anus, accompanied by chills, fever, and relief with NSAIDs like diclofenac, may indicate:

  1. Perianal abscess: A painful, pus-filled pocket near the anus.
  2. Anal gland infection: An infection of the anal glands, which can cause pain, swelling, and fever.

Dr. Mubarak Suggests...

Consult a Endocrinologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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