Patient's question:
My daughter has been diagnosed with Kwashiorkor (in recovery stage). She is 5 and a half years old, with a height of only 1.06 meters and a weight of 30 jin. I would like to know if there are any methods to help her grow taller and gain weight?Doctor's answer:
The long bones of children and adolescents are relatively hard in the diaphysis (), while the ends are composed of cartilage. During growth and development, these cartilages develop a center of ossification, gradually hardening, expanding, and contributing to an increase in height. Therefore, a person's height is closely related to the development of their bones. Regular physical exercise improves blood circulation in the body, enhances the absorption of nutrients, and increases the growth capacity of bone cells. As a result, it promotes more vigorous bone growth, making the bones thicker and stronger. This naturally leads to an increase in a child's height.