Height / Question
Published: December 12, 2001
Dear TeenHealthFX,
: I'm a 15-year-old guy and I'm only 5'2". Are they any chance that I might grow taller? My dad is 5'8" and my mom is about 5 foot only. I'm an Asian by the way.
Signed: Might I Grow Taller
Dear Might I Grow Taller,
At 15, there is a strong possibility that you could grow taller since you probably have not completed the puberty cycle. Your parent's genetic material is what will influence your eventual height and not your ethnic background. For other questions like yours see "How Tall Will I Be", "Pro Player", and "Will I Be Short Forever".
Signed: TeenHealthFX
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