Patient's question:
Is it true that girls stop growing significantly after their first menstruation? At 11 years old, she is 143 cm tall after her first menstruation. How much more can she grow? Her father is 172 cm tall, and her mother is 157 cm tall. Her trace elements have been checked and found to be normal. There is no history of treatment or its effects.Doctor's answer:
After a girl's first menstruation, she will still grow taller. However, how much more she can grow depends on factors such as intergenerational genetic inheritance, nutrition during puberty, physical exercise, and deep sleep.1. It is very important to ensure sufficient and balanced nutrition.
2. Engaging in activities like running is beneficial for the growth of the long bones in the legs.
3. Resting well is very important because the body's anabolic processes are strongest during deep sleep, and the body grows faster during naps.