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What illness makes you shorter? A Guide to Short Stature

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Growth hormone deficiency is one of the most treatable causes of short stature in children, impacting their growth plates. But **what illness makes you shorter** at different life stages, and what are the underlying conditions causing a reduction in height over time? This guide explores the medical reasons behind a shrinking stature.