QUESTION:

Dear Doctor:

I am 18 this year, but my height is still only 4'9". I am very worried about it. I tried many exercises like skipping etc., but it won't help. Please advise.

Thank you..

ANSWER:

You need to see an endocrinologist about the possibility of using growth hormone. It may be too late at your age, however. You need to make peace with your biology--counseling and reviewing the screening test may be of help to you.