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BMI calculation for a baby
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Is there any way to calculate the BMI of a six month old baby boy?
We want to know if his growth is age appropriate.
His weight is 9.9 kg and height is 80 cm
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His weight and length are on higher side ( both above 97th centile)
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BMI (Weight in kg/ height in metres square) is checked only after child completes 2yrs.
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Height and weight is both above average for the age. But BMI is ok as both are high. We need more data like birth height, weight, head size. Also is he formula fed ? Formula can cause this. Please visit a pediatrician
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Dr. Ajay K R
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore Rural
Birth length and weight is important. If siblings are there just compare the length n height of those during their childhood. Gets play a role. Sometimes formula fed babies also gain like that only
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kindly consult a pediatrician
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
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Rajkot
Height and weight is appropriate
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Hyderabad
His weight and length appropriate
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