At 5’7”, Alex considered himself short. The 26-year-old, who asked that his real name not be used to maintain his privacy, said he was sick of insults and jeering comments about his height. Shorter ...

Some men with the desire to be taller are turning to limb-lengthening surgeries to gain a few inches and escape the feeling of being judged by their physical statures. But the procedures are expensive ...

Doctors say they can typically add three inches of height during limb lengthening surgery, which is a months-long process. More people are inquiring about limb lengthening surgeries to become taller, ...

Ibrahim Alğan, in a wheelchair after surgery, right, and outside after one of his operations. He paid nearly $27,000 for surgery to make his legs longer.Courtesy of Wannabetaller Ibrahim Alğan paid ...

Some short men really struggle with their lack of height, feeling that they are both literally and figuratively looked down upon by others. That's why an increasing number of height-challenged men are ...