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What's the average weight for a 24 year old male that's 5'6 in height? i weigh 136 right now

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Ideal weight: Ideal body weight would be 135 pounds based on your height and gender.

Answered 4/30/2015

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