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16 months old baby boy query
My 16 months baby boy height is around 76 cm...
We bought 6 pants for him when he was 6 months old
Still he is using those pants...I am worried if he is going through some disease...is this only because of nutritional deficiency or some serious issue ..what do you think please suggest
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go for suvarna prashan daily or monthly on pushya nakshatra
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As u r medical professional so hopefully you would had paediatric opinion and if development markers are good don't bother must u r not in rural India or in Aadiwasi....
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get his assessment done at any stage ayurvedic will add value
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Consult a paediatrician .A check his BMI.Ask the doctor about the type of diet he should intake.
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Connsult paediatrician.
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Make the foods(cereals) like a paste and give them.
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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine
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U should connect with a pediatrician nearby...
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Dr. Sujatha K
Ayurveda
30 yrs exp
Bangalore
He is in normal range . No need to worry. Better to start with Aravindasava 1 teaspoon twice daily with equal quantity of water after food for the betterment
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Dr Raghuveer SN
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Hyderabad
At 16 months, your babyâs height of 76 cm is within the normal range, but slower growth may be due to:
Possible Causes:
Nutritional Deficiency: Lack of calcium, protein, zinc, or vitamin D.
Family History: Genetics may influence height.
Chronic Illness: Conditions like malabsorption or hormonal imbalances.
Growth Variations: Some kids grow slower but catch up later.
Suggestions:
Diet:
Calcium & Vitamin D: Milk, yogurt, sunlight exposure.
Protein & Zinc: Eggs, lentils, nuts, spinach.
Include fruits and vegetables for vitamins.
Monitor: Track height/weight every 2â3 months.
Consult a Pediatrician: If growth remains slow, tests for deficiencies or hormones may be needed.
Many children have late growth spurts. Focus on nutrition and regular check-ups for steady progress.
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Dr. Aswini Mohan L
Ayurveda
16 yrs exp
Thiruvananthapuram
Please visit paediatric specialist. Periodic assessment of kids are important. Hope all miles stones like walking, talking etc are ok. Better to visit directly and get a check up done for the kid
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