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Malabsorption after stomach problem
My 3 y.o. son suffered from stomach infections/vomiting/loose motion three months back and he still has lack of appetite and malabsorption. He is not gaining weight. Kindly suggest whether we can give him Aptivate, Aptizoom or any other medicine to increase appetite
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Your son .Had stomach infection with vomiting nd loose motions 3months back
.now having loss of appetite nd malabsorption
Keep the child hydrated by giving plenty of fluids.
Give digestive enzyme preparation as Syp ARISTOZYME
IF no response consult on line.
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You can continue aptivate syp....
Pls mention present weight of kid and details of diet history...
Give energy dense food....
How many times kid went to pass stool?
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consult online for proper guidance
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Yes. Give Syr Aptivate to increase appetite. Have you dewormed him?
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What is his current weight? Consult online
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Dr. Sai Praneetha
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It's very unlikely that single episode of infection causing lack of appetite for so long.
Is deworming syrup given to him?
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If not give bandy 10 ml now one dose and repeat the dose two weeks later
you can continue aptivate.
if appetite is not improving consult pediatrician
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include dry fruits, green leafy vegetables, fruits and vegetables,nonvegetarian in his diet
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