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Is 98 lbs a normal weight for a 12 year old female that is 5'1?

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Dr. Bishnu Subedi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: Your body mass index (BMI) is 18.5. Its very good. Normal range is 18-25, you want to keep it at lower side.

Answered 6/15/2016

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Body mass index: BMI or body mass index can be calculated here: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htm There is also a BMI calculator app. BMI in a 12 year old needs to be adjusted for AGE

Answered 6/14/2016

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