Height, Pediatrics FAQ

Is There Still Growth Potential for My 11-Year-Old Son?

Is there still room for growth? Hello Doctor, my son is currently 11 years and 8 months old. Last month, I took him to see a doctor for a bone age assessment and provided height comparisons from the past few years. The doctor mentioned that his growth curve is maintaining around ...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Hello, Whita's mom. The generally accepted age for the onset of puberty (when secondary sexual characteristics develop, including testicular and pubic hair development) for boys is between 9 to 14 years old. Your son's developmental age (11 years and 8 months) is consid...

Concerns About Height Growth in a 5-Year-Old Girl: When to Seek Help?

Could you please specify your question regarding height? Hello, doctor. I have a 5-year-and-9-month-old girl who has grown 7 centimeters in height over the past year. Is this too much? Should we see an endocrinologist? I'm worried she might enter puberty early... Thank you f...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Hello, parents. Your child is 5 years and 9 months old and has grown 7 centimeters, which is a good growth rate. As for whether they have entered puberty, it is determined by the presence of secondary sexual characteristics. If you have concerns, it is best to consult a physician...

Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Height Growth in Adolescents

Height issues Hello doctor, I am currently in the second year of junior high school, and my height is about 176 cm. My dad is 177 cm tall and my mom is 161 cm tall. I would like to grow another 10 cm. Is that still possible? I started developing pubic hair in the fifth grade; doe...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Hello, please visit the growth specialty clinic for a bone age assessment to determine if you can continue to grow taller. Thank you for your message.

Vaccination, Weight Concerns, and Medication for Infants: Expert Insights

Breastfeeding, growth, and medication issues in infants and young children? Hello, doctor. My baby just turned one year old and is due for the MMR and varicella vaccines. Due to the pandemic, we didn't go to the hospital where he was born, but instead took him to a nearby cl...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
MMR and varicella vaccines can be administered simultaneously at different sites; however, if given separately, they should be spaced at least one month apart. If your child's growth curve remains consistent with previous measurements and their development is normal, along w...

Is Overfeeding Linked to Childhood Obesity? Understanding Infant Feeding Practices

Is overfeeding with milk related to being overweight? Currently, the child is almost 4 months old and weighs about 8 kilograms. Recently, everyone has been saying that he might be a bit overweight and is drinking too much milk. He usually consumes between 180cc to 270cc of milk e...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Is there a consideration for overweight beyond just weight, such as height and whether the infant is a boy or a girl? In other words, even if the weight is higher, if the height is also relatively tall, then there may not be an issue with being overweight. If the child is indeed ...

Understanding Growth Spurts and Height Concerns During Puberty

Questions about growing taller!!!!!! 😊 1. Does getting my period mean that I have entered puberty? However, I haven't experienced any symptoms like acne, nor have I noticed a significant increase in my weight before or after my period. I got my first period around the age of...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Once the growth plates close, the chances of increasing height are minimal. This is not related to menstruation or acne. After undergoing bone age assessment and professional medical diagnosis, it is important to make the most of the remaining time for growth. Factors that influe...

Understanding Height Growth Issues in Toddlers: What Parents Should Know

Height development issues in young children? Hello Doctor: My child was 1 year and 7 months old and measured 86.5 cm in height. Now at 2 years old, he is 87 cm tall. In this 5-month period, he has only grown 0.5 cm. I am wondering if this is considered normal. However, his appeti...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
After the age of one and a half, height increase will be influenced by genetic factors, meaning that the heights of the parents should be taken into account. If one or both parents are of shorter stature, it may affect the child's height growth. However, an increase of only ...

Understanding Infant Feeding: Crying During Fast and Slow Bottle Feeding

A 1-month and 15-day-old baby cries whether feeding quickly or slowly? Hello, I would like to ask the doctor if it is normal for my baby to feel hungry and want formula milk (Abbott Similac Total Comfort) every two hours. Additionally, my baby cries when drinking too quickly with...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
A one-month-old newborn has a small stomach capacity, which empties quickly, so it is normal for them to feel hungry and want to feed frequently. The gastrocolic reflex in newborns is quite strong and sensitive, meaning that feeding can stimulate intestinal peristalsis. Some newb...

Understanding Concerns About Penis Size and Puberty in Teens

The experience of sexual development feels strange? Hello doctor, I am currently fifteen years old and I feel that my penis is smaller than that of my peers. I have some armpit hair, a bit of facial hair, and a decent amount of pubic hair. I have not experienced any nocturnal emi...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Hello, please consult with a pediatrician or a urologist for confirmation.

Understanding Delayed Puberty in Middle School Boys: Key Insights

Developmental issues in a second-year junior high school student? Hello, my son is currently in the second year of junior high school (95.11) and has not yet experienced voice change. He has body hair but no underarm hair. His height is approximately 170 cm. Is this considered la...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear Parent, you can visit the hospital for a consultation to confirm the situation. Thank you.

Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles in Preteens: When to Seek Help

Puberty Issues Dr. Lin: Hello! My daughter is currently in the sixth grade, with a height of 163 cm and a weight of 47 kg. She had her first menstrual period on September 16 of last year (when she was 11 years and 6 months old), lasting for 4 days. Her second period started on Oc...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear parents, it is recommended to visit an obstetrician-gynecologist for an examination.

Will I Still Grow Taller After Starting Puberty at 12?

Is it normal for a 12-year-old to grow pubic hair and also experience growth in height? I am currently 12 years old, and I developed pubic hair last year. I am worried about whether I will still grow taller. How can I increase my height? I am only 150 cm tall, while my classmates...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear Parent, By assessing bone age, we can determine whether there is still potential for growth in height. Thank you for your message.

Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth Patterns in Adolescents

Is it still possible to grow taller? In our country, I started developing an Adam's apple in the second year of junior high school and began growing armpit hair in the third year, but only a little, and there is none on the left side. I grew 8 cm from the first to the second...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Puberty for boys generally lasts until the age of 18, and the chances of growing taller after puberty are quite limited. It may be advisable to consult a pediatric growth and development specialist at a hospital for a bone age assessment, which evaluates the degree of epiphyseal ...

Essential Hydration and Feeding Tips for Your 5-Month-Old Baby

Issues related to hydration, feeding, and bowel movements? Hello, my precious daughter is five months old and has started eating solid foods. I would like to ask: 1. If she is eating solid foods, does she need additional hydration? 2. My baby is going through a nursing strike, dr...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. Infants under six months do not require excessive additional hydration (a few sips of water after milk and solid foods is acceptable). As long as they urinate five to six times a day with a sufficient volume and the urine is not dark or concentrated, it indicates adequate hydr...

Understanding Red Spots on Children's Face and Neck: Causes and Concerns

Red spots on a child's face/neck? Hello, doctor. My child is currently 7 and a half years old, and he is a boy. At the end of December last year, he developed a red spot on his face. We took him to see a dermatologist, who said it was a red spot caused by vascular dilation, ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Boys with precocious puberty may exhibit other signs, such as the development of secondary sexual characteristics, including enlargement of the glans penis, lengthening of the penis, darkening and enlargement of the scrotum, development of pubic and axillary hair, and a significa...

Understanding Blood in Baby's Stool: When to Seek Medical Attention

Blood in an infant's stool? Hello, Dr. Hsiao. My daughter is exclusively breastfed, and I have been avoiding dairy and eggs in my diet. She is currently 4 months and 21 days old. Previously, she occasionally had a drop of blood or 2mm of blood in her stool, but since last mo...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The presence of blood streaks in an infant's stool can range from mild to severe. If this condition was observed before the introduction of solid foods, it is likely not caused by food intolerance. It is advisable to consult a pediatrician at a major hospital for further eva...

Will a 14-Year-Old Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth Patterns

Will a second-year junior high school student still grow taller? Hello, I would like to ask, I am 159 cm tall, in the second year of junior high school, my father is 168 cm tall, and my mother is 156 cm tall. Since the summer vacation after the first year of junior high school un...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If secondary sexual characteristics have appeared, it may be less likely to experience significant height growth. However, boys typically continue to grow until around the ages of 16 to 17. Therefore, improvements in exercise, diet, lifestyle habits, and sleep can still contribut...

Height Growth Concerns in Adolescents: Expert Insights and Guidance

Height growth issues Height concerns – Hello Doctor: A 13-year-old girl in the first year of junior high school has a bone age of 13 years, measuring 150.8 cm and weighing 44 kg (menstruation has started for 1 year, father is 172 cm, mother is 161 cm). I would like to ask: 1. Wil...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: According to genetics, the expected adult height is calculated as the average of the parents' heights minus 6. Therefore, (172 + 161) / 2 = 166.5, and 166.5 - 6 = 160.5 cm. However, the current height is 150.8 cm, and the bone age is already 13 years, which correspond...

Understanding Bone Age and Puberty Issues in Pediatric Growth

Bone age and puberty issues? Hello, my son is 9 years and 7 months old, with a height of 150 cm and a weight of 43 kg. About 3 to 4 months ago, I noticed that his face started to become oily. Recently, we took him to see an endocrinologist for a bone age assessment, and the docto...

Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Dear parents, puberty is the time when children grow the fastest, so it's important to make the most of this growth period. If the age of onset of puberty is normal, the vast majority of children do not need to suppress puberty. Thank you for your question.

Can I Still Grow Taller? Pediatric Concerns About Height and Weight

Height issues Hello Doctor: I am currently in the second year of junior high school, with a height of 152 cm. My father is 175 cm and my mother is 163 cm. I just started my menstrual period this September. I previously had a bone age assessment that indicated I am about a year be...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Generally, girls stop growing about two to three years after the onset of menstruation, so you still have a chance to grow taller. The period from 11 PM to 1 AM is when growth hormone secretion is at its peak, making the optimal sleep time from 10 PM to 7:30 AM. In addition to sl...

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