Ultimately, however, the autoimmune attack on the thyroid typically makes the gland slowly less able to function, and eventually, the thyroid becomes underactive. When hypothyroidism itself can be measured by blood tests, many practitioners will finally diagnose the hypothyroidism and treat the patient with thyroid hormone replacement drugs.
Average body length of newborn â 14ââ-20ââ (35.6cms â 50.8cms). There is a little difference in length and weight of boy baby and girl baby. Average length of male baby is 50.6 cms. and that of female baby is 50.1cms. 4% babies are born below 46 cms of length.
A baby's birthweight is an important indicator of health. The average weight for term babies (born between 37 and 41 weeks gestation) is about 7 lbs. (3.2 kg). In general, small babies and very large babies are at greater risk for problems.