Patient's question:
What kinds of diseases can pediatric surgery treat, and which symptoms belong to pediatric internal medicine? Could you please tell me what kind of check-up a one-year-old baby can have?Doctor's answer:
A one-and-a-half-year-old baby is usually checked for developmental progress. During general check-ups, height and weight are typically measured to ensure they are within the normal range. Some may also test for trace elements to see if the baby is lacking any nutrients and assess whether their diet and development are healthy. The specific items may vary depending on the location.A heel blood sample is taken from the baby on the second day after birth! It is used to check for congenital hypothyroidism and phenylketonuria. This is part of China's newborn disease screening program. If any abnormalities are found, the hospital will contact the family for follow-up testing. Pay attention to hygiene during feeding and ensure the baby stays warm.