Patient's question:
My baby will be one year old in a few days. His daily diet is normal, usually eating one bowl of porridge per meal, supplemented with formula milk and some cooled herbal teas. His bowel movements are also normal, once a day. He has grown 8 teeth and can stand for a short while, but he hasn't started walking yet, so he probably isn't lacking in calcium either. However, he only weighs 8 kilograms now, and many people say he is very thin. But I think I have a small frame, so is this a problem? Should I take him to the hospital for a check-up?Doctor's answer:
One year old, weighing eight kilograms, is a bit underweight, but the physical and developmental growth of a child varies from person to person, so there can be differences. As long as the child's intelligence and activity are within the normal range, there should not be a major issue. You can also visit the pediatric department of a local hospital to have the doctor conduct a comprehensive screening of the child's intelligence and activity. If the results are normal, no further action is needed, and you can continue to monitor any changes. The above advice is for the question "What causes a baby to be underweight?" and I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!