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I am 20 years old and have a bmi of about 16. how can this affect my health? my family keeps telling me i'm normal and healthy but i'm underweight.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Low BMI: Low body weight could prevent menstruation and ovulation.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 10/25/2014

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A member asked:

I am 20 years old and have a bmi of about 16. how can this affect my health? my family keeps telling me i'm normal and healthy but i'm underweight.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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