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Bookmark or Share- Dwarfism - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicDwarfism is short stature that results from a genetic or medical condition. Stature is the height of a person in a standing position. Dwarfism generally is defined as an adult height of 4 feet, 10 inches (147 cm) or less. The average adult height among people with dwarfism is 4 feet, 1 inch (125 cm) for women and 4 feet, 4 inches (132 cm) for men.
- Digestion: How long does it take? - Mayo ClinicDigestion time varies among individuals and between men and women. After you eat, it takes about six to eight hours for food to pass through your stomach and small intestine.
- Caffeine: How much is too much? - Mayo ClinicCaffeine in powder or liquid form can provide toxic levels of caffeine, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cautioned.
- Heart rate: What's normal? - Mayo ClinicA normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. Generally, a lower heart rate at rest implies more efficient heart function and better cardiovascular fitness.
- Infant growth: What's normal? - Mayo ClinicA 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.
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