How to use

Fill age (year and month), and weight then clicks on _update_ alldoctor will calculate data and will display the results as one red point on the curve and calculate the deviation in relation to the average in Standard Deviation. This chart allows you to follow the evolution of your child's weight according to the time. The comparison takes place in relation to the data published by SEMPE in 1979.

Explanations

The line of the middle represents the average, more the red point comes closer of this line more your child's weight is in the norm.

If the red points are located beyond the superior line your child is obese (> + 2 DS).

If the red points are located below the lower line your child is skinny (< - 2 DS) .

The tendency of the points is important, since an obese child can have some points initially (> +2DS) and thereafter to come closer of the normal what is very reassuring. On the other hand if the tendency doesn't improve according to the time, it is better to consult your pediatrician.

Attention

To visualize the chart you must use Firefox 1.5, Opera 9 or Safari. Since these three software support the html.canvas, what is not for the meantime the case of internet explorer.