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Submitted by sahana khan on 19 January 2018

I have twin daughters. They are hypothyroidic, their age are 12 yrs10 months &16 days.They both take Thyronorm 62.5 mcg per day. But they are too short in height. How I increase their height? Their periods were started from 3 months ago. Pls.suggest me some measures as they gain height.

Dr S. Patel

Sun, 01/21/2018 - 19:44

The thyroid gland releases hormones that is responsible for bone growth, sexual development among other body functions. Stunted growth is a common complain of hypothyroid children. However girls tend to grow till 15-16 years of age, so I would wait till then. In some studies L-thyroxine is shown to improve height in teenagers. It would be best to consult your endocrinologist and discuss this with him.

Dr S. Patel

Sun, 01/21/2018 - 19:49

Some simple ways to improve height include good nutrition, proper posture and daily exercises. Strength building exercises such as push-ups, pull-ups etc. and flexibility exercises such as Pilates, yoga, stretching etc. are helpful! Riding a bicycle, jumping rope, running are all beneficial too!