Patient's question:
Son is 6 years old, shorter and leaner like a 4-year-old. What could be the reason? He also has picky eating habits, a bad temper, and eats very little even when he is very hungry.Treatment history and effectiveness: No treatment has been given. I have been giving him some zinc supplements, high-protein, and enzyme pills on my own.
What kind of help do you need: Should I go to the hospital? Which department? What could be the reason? How should it be treated?
Doctor's answer:
The child's height hasn't increased with age, and there is a connection to their picky eating habits. The child's nutrition is insufficient, which has interfered with their growth and development, preventing them from reaching the expected height for their age. It is recommended that you take the child directly to the pediatric department of the hospital for a follow-up visit. A complete blood count test should be conducted, and detailed measurements of height and weight should be taken. Then, using a calculation formula, the child's standard height and weight should be compared with their current measurements to determine the extent of their deficiencies. Additionally, for the child's current symptoms, the best approach is to implement a proper diet and use appetite-stimulating medications in conjunction. It is also important to guide the child gradually to eliminate their picky eating habits.