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What Could Cause Appetite Loss In A 2 1/2 Years Old Child?
hello doctor, my child she is 2-1/2 yr old her weight is 11-1/2 my problem is that she is not eating food properly.. Iam spending time for her to feed then also she dislike. Wat type of food i give her. Her weight is normal doctor. which food is good at this stage.
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Hi,
Thank you for asking question on health care magic.
At this age children are more interested to play.
she should be fed with patience and tender loving care.
Feed what the child likes and do not force her to eat what you feel good for the child.
If you like you may add some liver tonic to improve the appetite.
Hope this answer will serve your purpose
Please feel free to ask any more queries if required
Take care
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCH
Associate professor of pediatrics
Thank you for asking question on health care magic.
At this age children are more interested to play.
she should be fed with patience and tender loving care.
Feed what the child likes and do not force her to eat what you feel good for the child.
If you like you may add some liver tonic to improve the appetite.
Hope this answer will serve your purpose
Please feel free to ask any more queries if required
Take care
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCH
Associate professor of pediatrics
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