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A member asked:

Is 135 lbs fat for someone who is 5'6"?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sounds good.: Hello - no it isn't. The range for a female of that height is about 117 to 143 pounds. About 5 pounds higher for a male. Take care.

Dr Ihle and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/15/2013

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