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@izaiah
Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect!
I understand your concern about your growth - you had expected growth similar to your parents.
You may have started puberty early which also means that your growth slows down with age.
I recommend that you ask your doctor to evaluate your growth.
One common test is to take an X-ray of the wrist to see if the growth plates are still open.
There are other tests too- such as hormones. Your doctor may also refer you to a Pediatric Endocrinologist.
Please let us know what happens-we really like to follow up with you.