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2021-03-12 11:21:46
My 2 and half year old is having sudden appetite loss which inturn is resulting in severe weight loss.
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Hi. This is normal for the age. Children at this age are very choosy/ picky eaters. Give food in small quantities and in frequent intervals. Give calorie dense food.
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I think you need to consult doctor with all previous prescriptions which has weight mentioned in it. Firstly I request you to do same by yourself. If you find there is variation that is drop in weight then you need to visit pediatrician. Look how is yours child's activity too.

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