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- Infant growth: Whats normal? - Mayo Clinic
A baby's head size is measured to get an idea of how well the brain is growing During the first month, a baby's head may increase about 1 inch (2 5 centimeters) But on average, the skull grows about 0 4 inches (1 centimeter) each month Your baby's health care provider will track growth at well-baby exams
- Calorie calculator - Mayo Clinic
If you're pregnant or breast-feeding, are a competitive athlete, or have a metabolic disease, such as diabetes, the calorie calculator may overestimate or underestimate your actual calorie needs
- Tool: BMI and waist circumference calculator - Mayo Clinic
Body mass index (BMI) uses weight and height to estimate body fat A high BMI and large waist size may signal an increased risk of heart disease
- Blood pressure chart: What your reading means - Mayo Clinic
A diagnosis of high blood pressure is usually based on the average of two or more readings taken on separate visits The first time your blood pressure is checked, it should be measured in both arms to see if there is a difference After that, the arm with the higher reading should be used An accurate reading is important
- Menopause - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
During the transition, the amount of hormones your ovaries make varies Perimenopause can last 2 to 8 years The average is about four years The hormone changes can cause symptoms such as: Irregular periods Vaginal dryness Hot flashes Night sweats Sleep problems Mood changes Trouble finding words and remembering, often called brain fog
- Water: How much should you drink every day? - Mayo Clinic
So how much fluid does the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate need? The U S National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is:
- Menstrual cycle: Whats normal, whats not - Mayo Clinic
Your menstrual cycle might be regular — about the same length every month — or somewhat irregular Your period might be light or heavy, painful or pain-free, long or short, and still be considered typical
- Alzheimers stages: How the disease progresses - Mayo Clinic
The rate of progression for Alzheimer's disease varies widely On average, people with Alzheimer's disease live between three and 11 years after diagnosis But some live 20 years or more How far the disease has advanced when diagnosed can affect life expectancy
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