Boy, weighing 25 pounds, height 89 cm, does he have dwarfism?

Patient's question:

Born weighing 5.7 jin, height 49 cm, weaned around 10 months. After weaning, he had frequent colds. Hospital check-up revealed calcium deficiency, and the fontanel remained open until 2 weeks and 4 days. At 2 weeks and 8 days, he was 85 cm tall and weighed 22 jin. He was then given some stomach-strengthening medicine and protein powder. Now at 3 weeks and 3 days, he weighs 25 jin and is 89 cm tall, and he catches colds less easily. His appetite is also quite good, but he is still much shorter than children of the same age.

Doctor's answer:

You can supplement with appropriate amounts of vitamins and trace elements on a regular basis; or take some traditional Chinese medicine formulas that regulate the spleen and stomach, such as Shanzha Pills, Zhusha Yangwei Pills, etc. Avoid foods that are highly stimulating, easily produce gas, or contain too much rough fiber, as these types of food can easily cause a feeling of fullness, reducing the amount of food intake.

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