
Suggest Treatment For Low Appetite In Children

Question: Hi doctor,
My 10 month old baby's appetite has decreased during last 3-4 days. Earlier he was taking adequate food but recently he doesn't take food beyond 3-4 spoons.
However, he looks very active and normal as usual. Any help would be much appreciated.
Best regards,
XXXXXX
My 10 month old baby's appetite has decreased during last 3-4 days. Earlier he was taking adequate food but recently he doesn't take food beyond 3-4 spoons.
However, he looks very active and normal as usual. Any help would be much appreciated.
Best regards,
XXXXXX
Brief Answer:
normal child behavior
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for posting on health care magic.
The thing you have described is not a problem. The rate of growth alters with age of the child. You have to give me the serial weights of the child, so that I am better able to help you.
Waiting for your reply.
normal child behavior
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for posting on health care magic.
The thing you have described is not a problem. The rate of growth alters with age of the child. You have to give me the serial weights of the child, so that I am better able to help you.
Waiting for your reply.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj


Brief Answer:
This is a normal trend
Detailed Answer:
His rate of weight gain is normal. 8.5kg weight is normal.
Try to give a variety of foods, particularly home made foods. He will be more interested in the food you take. Encourage that.
Don't worry, your child is on track.
This is a normal trend
Detailed Answer:
His rate of weight gain is normal. 8.5kg weight is normal.
Try to give a variety of foods, particularly home made foods. He will be more interested in the food you take. Encourage that.
Don't worry, your child is on track.
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

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