Teenagers are taking cancer drugs to get taller — despite ‘significant’ side effects
The drug is known as ‘erda’ on online looksmaxxing forums (Picture: Getty Images) As the ‘looksmaxxing’ craze continues to spread, parents are being warned about a dangerous new phenomenon becoming popular among teens. According to recent reports, some young people — predominantly boys — have started taking cancer drug erdafitinib in the belief it can help them grow taller. The medication, known…

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The drug is known as ‘erda’ on online looksmaxxing forums (Picture: Getty Images) As the ‘looksmaxxing’ craze continues to spread, parents are being warned about a dangerous new phenomenon becoming popular among teens. According to recent reports, some young…

