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  • male
  • 16 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I've been smoking for about four months now and I'm just 16. I'm really worried if this might have stunted my growth or if there's something I can do to recover from it. Can smoking actually affect my height at this age?

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smoking cesation is advised to the patient.

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

Consult a Paediatrician

Answered 04/07/2025

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