Patient's question:
I haven't been eating much lately. Before, I was fine, and could usually eat an egg or some noodles. But these past few days, I haven't eaten any of that. If you put it in her mouth, she spits it out. She only manages to eat a few bites. What kind of help do I need: I don't know what to do. Kind doctor, please give me some advice. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to take your child to the hospital to check for trace elements. Zinc deficiency can lead to changes in taste. By carefully observing how your child is deficient in zinc, parents can make inferences based on the tongue. Compared to a normal child's tongue, the small protrusions on the surface of the tongue may appear flatter or swollen. Give your child some appetizing foods. If your child has poor appetite or is reluctant to eat, you can give them things like hawthorn that aid digestion and stimulate appetite. This way, when the child gets hungry quickly, they will be more willing to eat dinner. This is much more beneficial for the child than those medications.