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मेरी 2.4 साल की बेटी अच्छी तरह से खाने के बावजूद वजन क्यों नहीं बढ़ा रही है, मैं क्या करूं?
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Question #29631
122 days ago
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मेरी 2.4 साल की बेटी अच्छी तरह से खाने के बावजूद वजन क्यों नहीं बढ़ा रही है, मैं क्या करूं?

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प्र weight नहीं बढ़ता मेरी बेटी 2.4 साल की है उसका weight 9.5 है और birth weight 2.1 था मैं उसको सब खिलाती हूँ पर उसका weight ही नहीं बढ़ता बीच में जब बीमार होती है या दांत आते हैं तभी नहीं खाती बाकी हर समय खाती है

How long has she been at this weight?:

- More than 6 months

Has her appetite changed recently?:

- Yes, slightly decreased

Has she had any recent illnesses or infections?:

- No recent illnesses

How is her energy level throughout the day?:

- Very active

Does she have any other symptoms, like diarrhea or vomiting?:

- No, never

Is she meeting other developmental milestones for her age?:

- Yes, all milestones

What types of foods does she usually eat?:

- Fruits and vegetables
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If a 2.5-year-old child has not gained weight for more than 6 months and currently weighs 9.5 kg, it is considered underweight for age and needs evaluation, but since the appetite is moderate, activity is normal, and there are no other symptoms, the cause is often insufficient calorie intake, picky eating, anemia, worm infestation, or nutritional deficiencies, rather than a serious illness.

What you should do now is first ensure proper nutrition and rule out common medical causes. Increase calorie-dense foods in small frequent portions—add ghee, butter, peanut butter, banana, egg, paneer, full-cream milk, curd, dal with rice, khichdi, mashed potato, and dry fruit powder to regular meals. Offer 5–6 small feeds per day and avoid giving too much juice, biscuits, or milk right before meals because that reduces appetite. Deworming is commonly recommended every 6 months in this age group in many regions, so if it hasn’t been done recently, a pediatrician may prescribe a medicine such as Albendazole after assessing the child. Checking for anemia is also important; if hemoglobin is low, doctors often prescribe an iron supplement such as Iron syrup.

You should consult a pediatrician for basic tests if weight has truly been stagnant for 6 months: hemoglobin (CBC), stool test for worms, and sometimes thyroid or nutrition assessment. 👍If the child continues to be active, playful, meeting milestones, and eating reasonably, this is usually manageable with diet and routine treatment, but monitoring weight monthly is important.

Red flags that need prompt medical review include loss of appetite, frequent diarrhea, vomiting, persistent fever, developmental delay, or weight loss instead of just slow gain.

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Hello ji Apki condition se lag raha hai ya to malabsorption hai Bmr related problem hai Kuch test likh raha hun isko karwayo tabhi pata lagega kya problem hai aur bina doctor ko bataye koi dawai nahi leni Inko pediatrician ko dikhana CBC Esr Serum ferritin Hb Serum tsh Rft Lft Iam suggesting some precautions for improvement. Please follow them for atleast a month Replacement of carbohydrates with protein diet Take nuts and fruits in between meals Be hydrated Avoid junk food Take zincovit multivitamin therapy onca a day for 1 month Consume butter and ghee for weight gain Replacement of sugar with jaggery Avoid refined food Do physical exercise atleast half an hour daily Avoid excessive thinking Add milk products for calcium level Hopefully improvement will occur In case of no improvement consult a dietician in person for better clarity Regards

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If your 2.4-year-old daughter is not gaining weight despite eating well, there are a few things you might want to consider and some steps that could be helpful. Firstly, plot her growth on a pediatric growth chart to see if she follows her growth curve. Sometimes, children are on the lower end of growth charts but still have healthy growth patterns as long as they’re following their own curve. Her birth weight of 2.1 kg is quite low, and children with lower birth weight may remain on a lower percentile throughout childhood. Make sure she is eating a balanced diet with adequate calories from all food groups, including protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Offer small, frequent meals and energy-dense snacks if necessary. Address any potential feeding issues such as picky eating, swallowing difficulties, or behavioral challenges around mealtime. Since you mentioned that she doesn’t eat well when she’s sick or teething, monitor her closely during these periods, but try not to stress too much if her intake drops temporarily. Ensure her diet is bug-rich in nutrients, including dairy if she tolerates it, nuts, seeds, avocados, and lean meats or alternatives to optimize intake. Rule out any underlying medical conditions by consulting your pediatrician, such as digestive disorders, metabolic conditions, or food allergies. If a medical condition is suspected, more specific interventions may be required. Be open to addressing environmental factors such as stress or activity levels, but maintain regular activities suitable for her age. Look for red flags like chronic diarrhea, vomiting, or lethargy that could indicate a need for more urgent evaluation. Consider keeping a food diary to track what she eats and review this with her healthcare provider. If low weight continues to be an issue despite these approaches, you should discuss further referrals or nutritional support with her doctor.

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