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What Causes Loss Of Appetite, Weakness, Fatigue And Tiredness In A Child?

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Posted on Wed, 23 Nov 2016
Question: Hello doctor,

My son is 6 yrs and 10 months old. Since last 2 months he is not eating properly. Even his favorite dishes he doesn't feel like having or eats very little. Due to this he is growing weak and complains of fatigue and tiredness.
Please suggest.

Thanks& regards,
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Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (44 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Should subside eventually. Be patient.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. Children often do not eat well when ill. It is possible that your child has a minor viral infection and is therefore not feeding well. The same infection could be the cause of his feeling weak. Management is symptomatic. Give him colorful fruits and vegetables regularly. They contain vitamins, minerals and plenty of antioxidants which should help in boosting the immunity of your child. Pathological testing will not help.

Please be patient. The weakness will gradually go away.

Hopefully that would help. Feel free to write back in case of further queries.

Regards
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What Causes Loss Of Appetite, Weakness, Fatigue And Tiredness In A Child?

Brief Answer: Should subside eventually. Be patient. Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. Children often do not eat well when ill. It is possible that your child has a minor viral infection and is therefore not feeding well. The same infection could be the cause of his feeling weak. Management is symptomatic. Give him colorful fruits and vegetables regularly. They contain vitamins, minerals and plenty of antioxidants which should help in boosting the immunity of your child. Pathological testing will not help. Please be patient. The weakness will gradually go away. Hopefully that would help. Feel free to write back in case of further queries. Regards