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Mom of a 12 yr 1 m old girl3 years ago
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is it normal for having underweight and short in height for 8 years old kid

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profile image of manjumanjuGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. No it is not u can give healthy food to ur child for growth

Dr Raksha guptaMom of a 9 yr 8 m old boy3 years ago

A. not normal ,there is possibility of growth hormone deficiency To gain proper growth nutrition plays an important role . please óffer protein rich diet like egg, soyabean, pulses,sprouts also add energy in food in terms of gheeand sweet. You must indulge kid in exercise and different outdoor games to stimulate bone growth centres. Also consult with pediatrics endocrinologist.

profile image of RashmiRashmiMom of a 11 yr 2 m old girl3 years ago

A. It is not normal to be underweight or less Hightide you know it’s obviously that the child is not reaching the standards as per the age so that’s not good that shows the malnutrition and under nutrition for a child so you may as well consult a nutritionist to know further theWrite Your Answer Here

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