Severity of Weightloss Calculator
Every woman with HG loses weight. Calculate the percentage you have lost to see if you should call your doctor.
Severity of Weight Loss*
Time: | Significant Weight Loss (%): | Severe Weight Loss (%): |
1 week | 1-2% | > 2% |
1 month | 5% | > 5% |
3 months | 7.5% | > 7.5% |
6 months | 10% | > 10% |
Reprinted from Blackburn GL, Bistrian
BR, Maini BS, Schlamm HT, Smith MF. "Nutritional and metabolic assessment
of the hospitalized patient." JPEN. 1977; 1:11-22.
* Percent Weight Change = [(Usual Weight - Actual Weight) ÷ (Usual
Weight)] x 100
NOTE: This scale is based on non-pregnant subjects.
Updated on: Sep. 15, 2022