Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose:Does not like formula milk, only eats breast milk. Has been irritable and prone to crying in the past two days, refusing to eat complementary foods such as rice, rice porridge, but enjoys snacks like bread and biscuits. How to solve this?
Doctor's answer:
The condition of the child is mainly considered to be due to a lack of trace elements, such as zinc. This can be caused by insufficient absorption during fetal development in the mother's body or excessive excretion. It may be accompanied by symptoms such as picky eating, poor appetite, irritability, short sleep duration, night sweats, and hyperactivity. It is recommended to visit a pediatric department in the hospital for a complete blood biochemical test and blood routine examination to assist in diagnosis and treatment. If diagnosed, zinc sulfate syrup or zinc gluconate oral solution can be taken for symptomatic treatment.