1.8 yaer Infant not eating or drinking

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My 1.8 year daughter is never interested in eating. She stopped taking bottle milk after 6 months of age. She is not ready to eat any thing other than some select fruits at times. Last 2 weeks it has not had even one proper meal. If i try feed her forcefully, she tightly closes her mouth. If i put couple of spoon, she pukes it back. I have been giving her the medicine to increase the appetite but it hasn't helped. Being hungry she has been whining and looking for breast milk all day. I am worried as it is making her weak over the time. Can you please suggest if I need to consult a pediatrician

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Dr. Dayananad Hota

Pediatrician 10 yrs exp Raipur

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Try different types of food. If her weight is good no need to worry. Reduce milk. Give fruits.

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Dr. Brindha. V

Pediatrician 13 yrs exp Erode

Please don’t force feed the child as it may cause food aversion Gently sit with her and encourage to take food by herself Let her enjoy the family meal time together Make the food more attractive and tasty Avoid junk food Avoid tv or mobile phones during meal time

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Dr. Tanushree Ghosh

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Please consult a pediatrician.

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