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Obsession explained: What is heightmaxxing? New trend pushing teenagers to take cancer drugs to get taller? Why?
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- The 'heightmaxxing' trend is pushing some teenagers towards erdafitinib, a prescription cancer drug, in the hope of growing taller. But research cited by users involved only two children undergoing cancer treatment, and the medicine is not approved for height enhancement.
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Nov 7, 2026 · Updated 11/7/2026, 4:50:09 PM · Reported with: Mint
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