Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose:Born 3 months old, insufficient breast milk, refused to drink either milk or formula. Gradually introduced complementary foods later, but intake was extremely small. No matter how you fed her, she would always hold it in her mouth and not swallow it. Now, her weight is less than 10 kg, height is 78 cm, head circumference is 45 cm, and chest circumference is 44 cm. She has been to the hospital multiple times for tests and examinations, with no abnormalities found, leading to the conclusion of indigestion. At 17 months old, she was weaned and consulted a doctor for oral administration of Qipi Pills: half a pill each time, twice a day. After one week, her condition improved significantly, and her food intake was almost the same as that of children of the same age.
Doctor's answer:
The biggest consequence of anorexia is causing malnutrition in children, leading to a decline in physical immunity and an increased likelihood of catching colds and other illnesses. To address this, start by adjusting your child's dietary habits. First, identify the foods they enjoy, then gradually introduce small amounts of less preferred foods among their favorites. Additionally, consider medication adjustments, as anorexia in children is often due to zinc deficiency. It is recommended to have them tested for trace element deficiencies at a hospital.