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2026-06-21 03:42:09
Dear Doctor My son is 20month old  his weight is 8.3kgs.Not gaining weight and he is much active .plays ,runs .walks speaks.how to increase his weight.i should  visit pediatrician for my concern and ask doctor for prescribe blood test.or should I ask doctor for antiworming treatment.pls help me sir.
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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat  (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), FELLOWSHIP IN NEONATOLOGY ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )

Answered2026-06-23 11:56:06

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This needs an exam in the office. Hard to say just with history. How does he eat? Diarrhea?
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Should visit a pediatrician
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No deworming advised until an office visit

Answered2026-06-22 11:17:41

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What was his birth weight? How much protein does he have in his food daily? How is his overall development? Need to consult.

Answered2026-06-22 01:38:55

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Need to have dietary history and investigate the cause. Can do de-worming with syrup Bandy 5ml before sleep single dose. Add energy dense food in his diet
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Take a consult to see any underlying cause

Answered2026-06-21 13:25:15

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What was his birth weight? When did you deliver him( what month) When did you start complementary feeding?

Answered2026-06-21 11:40:55

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Greetings Yes, you should visit a pediatrician to properly evaluate your son's weight.At 20 months, 8.3 kgs is below the typical growth standards for a boy.Since he is very active, his high energy levels might be burning calories quickly.

Answered2026-06-21 11:14:00

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3 times solid baby foods and 4-5 times milk/ formula feeds should be given. Add whole egg in the diet. Seasonal Fruits and fruit juices in one serving per day. Iron syrup and multivitamins may be necessary as per requirement. Take dietitian advice if necessary.

Answered2026-06-21 11:03:14

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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2026-07-16 14:32:43

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Kindly consult/visit nearby pediatrician

Answered2026-06-21 13:45:38

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Yes give deworming medicine Syrup Bandy 5ml only today night To increase the weight you need to protein diet first Try to reduce mother milk and increase solid food

Answered2026-06-21 10:55:03

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Routine deworming is generally recommended after 1 year of age in many regions, but deworming alone may not improve weight gain if the main issue is inadequate calorie intake. Proper pediatric assessment is needed for growth monitoring

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