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Growth percentiles are measurements that show how a child's growth compares to other children of the same age and gender. They help healthcare providers track a child's growth pattern over time and identify potential health concerns.
The calculator uses standardized growth charts and the formula:
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Explanation: The calculator compares your child's measurements to population data from the World Health Organization growth standards to determine their growth percentile.
Details: Regular growth monitoring helps identify nutritional problems, genetic disorders, hormonal issues, and other health concerns early. Consistent tracking of growth patterns is more important than individual measurements.
Tips: Enter the child's age in years (can include decimals for months), measurement in centimeters or kilograms, select measurement type and gender. Use accurate, recent measurements for best results.
Q1: What do the percentile numbers mean?
A: A percentile of 75 means the child is larger than 75% of children the same age and gender, and smaller than 25%.
Q2: Is there a "normal" percentile range?
A: Percentiles between 5th and 95th are generally considered normal. What's most important is consistent growth along a percentile curve.
Q3: How often should growth be measured?
A: Infants should be measured monthly, toddlers every 2-3 months, and older children every 6-12 months during routine checkups.
Q4: What if my child's percentile changes significantly?
A: Significant changes (crossing two major percentile lines) should be discussed with a healthcare provider to identify potential issues.
Q5: Are growth charts the same for all children?
A: WHO charts are international standards, but some countries have specific charts. Always use charts appropriate for your population.