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2021-08-14 22:51:02
My son is 1 year 6 month old and is 77 cm height and 11 kg weight. His height is less than who growth chart. What should I do. Is it a matter of concern?
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Weight is normal. Height is between 1st and 3rd centile as per Indian IAP growth chart. A single reading of height doesn't give a lot of information. Please meet a pediatrician. Usually this is nothing to worry about

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Hello, Your child growth is normal, Don't worry, please wait. Nothing more is required except balanced diet. Height is also dependent upon parents. Take care. Follow my Instagram/tiwari_child_clinic for health Q&A. 🙏Tiwari child clinic Delhi🙏

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