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Baby weight gain is very slow
My baby weighed 3kg at birth and now weighs 5kg at 4 months old since 2 months she gained only 1 kg.
Her weight gain seems slow. Should we consider supplementing with formula to support her growth?
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There could be many causes for slow gain of weight, some of which are repeated infections, congenital heart disease, Inborn errors of metabolism and many more to add to the list.
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Please visit a pediatrician for further evaluation and proper management.
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Dr. Vinit M Mehta
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Vadodara
Whatever needed to be done
Had to be done in first 3 months
Now height/length grows, weight increment is slow
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Pune
Yes it's slow
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kindly consult once for discussion
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