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Could Diet Be The Cause Of Orange Palms And Feet In An Infant?
My 20 month old baby girl has orange palms and feet. Her favorite Gerber baby foods are sweet potatoes, carrots, and squash. She s not very big on her greens and mixed veggies. Could this be the cause? Would like a professional opinion. Thanks Natalia s Mom
Thu, 30 Oct 2014
Hi...nothing to worry about. I appreciate your intelligence in quoting that she eats carrot preparations a lot. You are absolutely right on it. It is called carotenemia and the palms and soles will be looking yellowish orange. It is not a disease. Do not worry. Once carrot consumption comes down, it will abate by itself.
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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