Loss of appetite is a common symptom in children. Acute illness in childhood is often associated with transient loss of appetite. Prolonged loss of appetite associated with poor weight gain or loss of weight usually signifies a chronic illness.
Next Steps
consult to pediatrician
Health Tips
some tips to increase appetite-
Never miss breakfast
Give half glass water half hour before food
Keep watching an eye on iron level of child or can consult to pediatrician
Give nuts,beans and mushroom
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Everyone including children know their hunger. As long as they're growing appropriately it's fine. Some children are picky with their food choices so suit your recipes to their palates
Next Steps
check his height weight at your next pediatrician appointment.
Health Tips
observe why this is a new change might be. children do get distracted a lot. and prefer to play than eat.
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I can understand your concern, it can be due to an underlying problem as well.
But need to know some more details regarding the present condition of your child.
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