Common reasons include not getting enough calories, fussy eating, too much milk or juice filling the stomach, repeated infections, worms, anaemia or, less often, problems absorbing food. Dr. Zohaib checks your child’s growth chart, diet and health to find the cause and gives a practical feeding plan.
Will an appetite syrup help?
Appetite stimulants are rarely the answer and can have side effects. Finding the reason for poor eating works better.
Is my child underweight or just slim?
The growth chart answers this. A steady growth line is reassuring, even if the child is slim.
From the practice of Dr. H M Zohaib, Child Specialist & Neonatologist. This article is general guidance and does not replace a consultation. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital or call 1122.