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Hi, I am monika. I have two children, a boy and a girl. boy is 5 years old. He eats almost everything and enjoys his meals but I am worried because his height is not increasing as 5.5 years old boy. I have heard from some people he might be having worm infection. should i consult a pediatrition? what should i do?
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ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist3 years agoA. Hello mom worms does not have effects to the height .. generally till the age of 5 years they are given de worming syrups every 6 months .
Height to a very much depends on ones family genes .. as he is been active for his age and eating well enough not an issue
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Dr NandiniMom of 3 children3 years agoA. Worm infestation may be a cause dor growth failure.Height of a child depends on many factor including his genetic potential,parents height,nutrition ,any illness or infections.
you can give Albendazole syrup in every 6 month gap.Apart from this pay attention on his nutrition,give healthy food and make different food items so that his interest can be developed for food.
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Author of questionGuardian of 2 children3 years agoA. Hi Miss Pooja. Thank you for advising me but i have heard that we should not let children hang below 10 years of age. is it true?
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy3 years agoA. A Balanced Diet. The most important aspect of how to increase your kid's height is to ensure that he gets proper nutrition. ... Stretching Exercises. ... Hanging. ... Yoga Poses. ... Skipping. ... Swimming. ... Jogging. ... Sleep.
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