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How Much Should I Weigh Calculator For Kids
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I'm a 26 yr old female standing 5'2" how much should I weigh? All the BMI calculators say something different!
Weight recommends: Are general. Around a 100 pounds if really petite. 110 pounds is spot on. Up to 121 is within range. However if you are muscular or have large bone structure you could weight more ; be just fine. ...Read more
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I want to increase my muscle mass. I understand I must increase my calorie intake, but by how much? Is there a calculator/ formula? I'm 5'6 weigh 158.
Wrong approach: Increase your protein intake, not your calorie intake. Increasing calories just makes your fatter, not stronger. The key is strength and resistence training on a regular basis. If you do not do that, you will not gain muscle mass. ...Read more
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Can you give me a good children's BMI calculator website?
See below: Http://pediatrics.about. Com/cs/usefultools/l/bl_bmi_calc. Htm.
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Child's height prediction calculator with bone age?
Use with caution...: ...As the simple number spit out by these calculators only tells a small piece of the story. But here's one link: http://growthcalc. Chip. Org/growthcalc. ...Read more
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Where can I find a body mass index calculator for kids?
Any BMI calculator: Bmi is only dependent on height and weight. Unfortunately age and gender don't factor into the calculation, thus one of the limitation of the calculation. Many elite body builders would be considered overweight or obese, as an example. As a result of low body fat. Use the calculation as an initial guide and work with your pcp or a dietitian to further evaluate the child's condition. ...Read more
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Good Morning, I am female, 59, 5'1 and 1/2" tall, I have a 35 % curve in my lower spine, I have one child. My question is how much should I weigh?
Muscular or not...: A woman weighs around 100 pounds at 5 feet, with 5 added pounds for each inch above 5 feet. Thus, at 5 feet 2 inches, she would be around 110 pounds. If she is muscular, she can weigh more. After having a child, she might weigh a bit more temporarily. After menopause she might weigh a bit more too, but can usually aim for the 110-125 pound range. ...Read more
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How much should an 11 year old child weigh?
60-100 pounds: The general "normal" range is about 60-110 pounds for US boys and girls. These are based on averages and may differ from country to country and are for otherwise healthy children. ...Read more
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Want to know for certain how much should a child weigh?
Growth charts: Since you did not give an age, gender or height for the child, it is difficult to give an answer. If you will go to the cdc website you can print off a growth chart which will give the height & weights for kids at different ages. The expected weight should correspond to the child's age & height on the chart. See: www. Cdc. Gov/growthcharts/cdc_charts. Htm. ...Read more
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For a 5ft 2 child who is 16 how much should they weigh?
118 to 130 lbs: 118 to 130 lbs.
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I am over weight I weigh about 270 n wish to weigh at least 140 how can I lose I've also had 4 kids. Please any suggestions.
Go slow: Losing 130 lbs will take at least 2 years. A more realistic goal is to lose 40 lbs and keep it off, then go from there. Visit www. Caloriecount. Com, open a free account, answer the questions to calculate your daily caloric needs and try to 500 cal less than that per day. That will result in 1 lb loss per week, 52 lbs per year. If you try to lose too quickly, you will starve and give up. Persevere! ...Read more
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I'm a 23 yr old female 5'0 weighing 180 lbs I have to lose weight asap. What would be a good diet and work out plan. I have a child and work full time.
Juice diet: Check out the movie - fat. Sick and nearly dead. It's an australian documentary that follows a 300 pound guy who lost more than 100 pounds following the juice diet. Great movie. The web site is jointhereboot. Com. But watch the movie first! ...Read more
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IMarried for 12 years, I am 52 and I weigh 62 and the age of 41 my wife my wife and weight of 110 children conducted tubing operations but to no avail?
And your question?: Thanks for the provided information, but how can we help you? ...Read more
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I have 2 children. I always was thin until I had my kids. I am 5 ft tall and always weighed 110 to 115. Now I weigh 170 and I seem to not be able to loose it. Can it be that I will never loose it? What can I do?
BMR: That's a tough question without more info. A physical exam and blood work to check hormones and thyroid etc. Then a BMR test to see where your baseline metabolism is at. Then a systematic exercise coupled with diet regimen should help. I have 3 kids and I'm 5'3" and 105! it can be done but takes work! ...Read more
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What should a 122cm child weigh?
Wide range of normal: With such a wide range of normal, the best resource for determination of "ideal" weight is your pediatrician during a well exam. Nonetheless, having said that, you may benefit by visiting www. Cdc. Gov/growthcharts & select the cdc growth charts for the appropriate age of your child. Then you should know "normal" can vary from the 5th to 85th percentile for age. ...Read more
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I want to loose weigh what's the easiest way co I got 3 kid and very busy?
Play: Current research show frequent intermittent bursts of activity are as effective as a long exercise session. Playing tag or dancing with your kids for 10-15 minutes several times a day will help you lose weight and them to sleep better. ...Read more
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What is the dose of amoxicillin for a child weighing 30kg?
See below: The american academy of pediatrics 2004 guidelines on diagnosis and management of acute otitis media (OM) recommends use of "high-dose" Amoxicillin for the treatment of acute uncomplicated om. Most doctors now prescribe up to a dose of 80 to 90 mg/kg per day. Calculating the lower dose (30kg x 80mg= 2400mg/day) divided either 2 or 3 times daily for 10 days. Low dose: ranges 25 to 45 mg/kg/day. ...Read more
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I'm 5'2 and im 23 years old. I have two kids. I was 150 before I had my first and now weigh 190. Can I use slimquick and Lipozene together?
Yes, but...: You need to be careful about using "quick fix" products when it comes to weight loss. To lose the weight and keep it off, you need to take in less calories than you expend. There is only 2 ways to do this. You take in less calories or you increase your calorie use through exercise/being more physically active. If you drink 5 slimquicks a day, you are not going to lose weight. Diet/exercise! ...Read more
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Hello. In 5'2 weigh 90lbs. Nothing I do helps in weight gain I even have two children. What are my options to gain weight fast? I'm feeling hopeless
Hypercaloric foods: Eat 3 meals a day and at least 2 snacks. The snack can be an Ensure. Try to eat foods rich in calories. You may want to visit with dietician who may help you reach your goal by letting you know how many calories a day you need. ...Read more
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I'm 22 years old with 4 kids and im 5"5 and weigh close to 300pds and I want to lose it but its hard I thought about surgery and still want to get it can you give me advice on what's best that I do please please help me.?
Diet and Exercise: I know this is the standard answer, but that is because it is still the best. Decreasing your caloric intake, and increasing your exercise is still the best way to lose weight in the long run. ...Read more
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My son weigh 19_20 pounds how much children tylenol (acetaminophen) can he have for ages 2-11?
Based on the weight!: For 18-23 pounds 3.75 ml of 160 mg/5ml acetaminophen/tylenol. ...Read more
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I weigh 180kg while my wife weighs 93kg. We are trying to conceive children but no luck medically we r fit. What age can u conceive children?
Trying to conceive: The first thing your should do as a couple is to try to a weight loss program that includes diet and excercise. Measure your thyroid level to make sure it is ok. Seeing a specialist in infertility might help. ...Read more
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I am 20 and I have cellulite on my thighs and a little on my butt. What is the reasoning behind this? I don't have kids and I weigh around 130.
No reason: Usually cellulite occurs somewhat older, but there is no way to prevent or really treat it. Stay in good condition with movement and resistance training. Eat real food, like fruits and vegetables. Along with protein. It's a normal occurrence and there's not much you can do about it. Don't let dimpling of your fatty tissue bum you out. ...Read more
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What is the antibiotic and dosage ordered for child weighing 60 # with uti?
Depends: The antibiotic depends on the bacteria isolated in the urine. There is not "one" antibiotic that is used for a uti. There are numerous choices depending on the bacteria causing it. ...Read more
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What is a normal dosage of amoxicillin for a 3 yr old child weighing 28 lbs?
40 mg/ pound: The dosage can vary but Amoxicillin is very safe at low and high doses. The general dose is 40 to 80 mg per kilo, usually divided 2 times per day. ...Read more
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What should a 12 year old child, who is 5 foot 3 inches, and a quarter inch weigh?
A boy or girl?: For a height of 63.25 inches (5 ft 3.25 inch), it is at 75 per centile for a girl, and 90 per centile for a boy. Thus if it is a girl she should weigh about 120-124 lbs, and if it is a boy, he should weigh about 118-122 lbs. For your information, you can visit a website, "www. Cdc. Gov/growthcharts". It is quite detailed, but you skip the first part of writing and got to the figure part. ...Read more
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What is the maximum daily dose of paracetamol in a 5 year old child weighing 12 kg?
10 mg/kg/dose: With doses every four hours is the maximum recommended. With high fever, one can give a slightly higher first dose then the rest of the doses should be 10mg/kg or 120 mg per dose. If you need to do this for longer than 2-3 days your child will need to be examined. ...Read more
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3.5 years old kid weighing 16kgs given anti allergy aerius 5ml accidentaly instead of 2.5ml once. Please advise.
Don't worry: Just skip the next dose, may have some side effects, as somnolence, fatigue or dry mouth, or not at all ...Read more
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Can a child under 12 weighing 128lbs take the recommended adult dose of tylenol (acetaminophen) cold multi symptom nighttime?
Yes: Dosing by weight gives you a range of 15 to 30ml per dose (2 tablespoons = 6 teaspoons). ...Read more
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20yrs old no kids. 5'0 weigh 110. I hve little stretch marks only a few on the side each thigh. Why is this? Dr said my skin is spreading?
Striae: Striae or stretch marks may follow any period of rapid growth. Even though you're relatively small & thin, there was still a lot of growth over the last few years. Some of this may depend on your own personal tendencies: some people are more prone to develop striae. However, your striae would no doubt have been worse if you had grown more. ...Read more
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New carseat rec are rear-facing longer. My kids seats can rear-face til 45lbs- my kids weigh 36 but are 6&4. What is reasonable for micro-preemies?
Question unclear: If your 6 & 4 yo were micro-premies, it never hurts them to be rear facing if the seat is so designed. Protection from the forward head snap & spinal cord stretch is the primary reason for this recommendation. You can see an interesting video at www. Joelsjourney. Com reflecting the neck injury of a 35 lb boy who was forward facing. If you have new micro-premies, a car bed may be in order. ...Read more
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I have a underweight child of about three and half months and is weighing only about 4kgs and at present he is having a fever of 1degree c. Wt to do?
Rapid exam: There are many reasons why babies fail to gain weight and your baby need a prompt assessment. The fever is also worrisome and may contribute to the underlying cause. I am unsure of your babies birth history but the safest route is to a children's hospital emergency room. ...Read more
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I weigh 98 kg and 168 CM talk how much weight should I lose to be healthy I'm 32 yrs old mother of 4 kids and had my last 13 weeks ago?
Weight loss: About 29 to 30 kg but the loss needs to be gradual. ...Read more
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Help! Is 6 ml 3 times a day of eryped (erythromycin ethyl succinate) 200 too much for a child weighing 33 lbs for strep throat?
Not too much: It looks like an appropriate dose to me. If you had a question or concern, why didn't you contact the prescribing physician? ...Read more
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Need help. Is 6 ml 3 times a day of eryped (erythromycin ethyl succinate) 200 too much for a child weighing 33 lbs for strep throat?
No but.....: No, but erythromicin is not the best antibiotic for documented strep due to a high level of resistance in some areas. ...Read more
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What is the dosage of ondem syrup for 7.5 years old girl child. Weighing 23, kgs?
Ondem Syrup: In the US this is Zoran or generic name Ondansetron. It is used for nausea and vomiting. The usual pediatric dose for children four years and older is 4 mg orally every 8 hours as needed. The syrup usually comes in 2mg per 5 ml, so that would be 10 ml for this child. As always check with the physician who prescribed it and your pharmacist. ...Read more
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5'2 weigh 224 lbs have 3 kids dealing with a lot if back pain, no energy, best way to lose weight fast so I can enjoy my kids?
Deal with pain: Avoid diary, grains, and sugar which cause weight gain, inflammation and Insulin resistance. Eat 6 equal small meals with colorful vegetables at each meal, take enough iron, magnesium, b-6, and vit d3. Magnesium oil can be applied topically on skin over painful back muscles. Move for 15 minutes after each meal in pain free ways, play in pain free ways. Get a good night sleep. ...Read more
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I'm 36 yrs old mother of 4 kids my weigh is 97kg high 169cm ive been on the keto diet for 7 weeks and work out 4 days a week I cant lose more then 2 kg?
Down low on carbs.: Keto diet means different things to different people. If you are restricting your carb intake to under 25 grams per day, you should be losing weight providing you are monitoring your fat and protein intake. You might be wise to consult with a weight loss specialist for added advice. ...Read more
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I had a kid in oct. Weighing 212 and lost to 186 in nov. Got the Depo-Provera shot in dec. And am now 215 and can't lose down no matter what I do. Please help.
Might be depoprovera: Unfortunately one of the common side effects of Depo Provera is weight gain, more so than any other type of hormonal birth control. You could consider switching to another form of birth control once you have finished the current 3 months. Iud including Mirena (levonorgestrel) don't cause weight gain. Birth control pills seldom result in weight gain. Also decrease carbs, sweets, pop, fruit juice, and exercise. ...Read more
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Hi im manar 22 years old my weigh 49 kilos, im tall about 170 CM, I have a problem my breast are small like kids they didn't gain any wigh help me?
C GYN then Pastics: Maybe u r a late bloomer, see ur gyn and a bone age may b ordered. If all growth is complete, consider plastis & augmentation. Don't go for a record, ask the surgeon what size is apropriat for ur build. ...Read more
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I'm a healthy 24 year old had one child am 5'7 weigh 119 lbs. I just got mirena (levonorgestrel) put in yesterday im just a little bit crampy but im worried about weign?
No weight gain: Cramping one day after an iud insertion is not unusual. There is not weight gain associated with mirena (levonorgestrel). ...Read more