Children with anorexia, slow weight gain should take what medicine?

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Hello doctor. Doctor let me ask my baby anorexia, slow weight gain, is there any medicine to help him eat well and gain weight quickly? Please consult your doctor to help you. Thank you.
Diem Hang (1996)
Hello doctor. My baby is now 12 months old and very anorexic. I want to use probiotics to support digestion for my baby, which type should I use and how much? Thank you doctor.
Trinh Thi Quynh Nga (1991)
Hello doctor. My child is almost 2 years old, but anorexic. I want to ask the doctor for advice on iron supplements for my baby. Thank you doctor.
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Hello. There are many reasons why children are lazy to eat such as: not having a good appetite, having bad habits when eating, not being interested in eating, being sick. take supplements.
You can refer to some ways to overcome anorexia children to apply at home as follows:
Prepare nutritious and attractive dishes Create a happy eating atmosphere, do not force children to eat Practice giving children habits Regular deworming for children every 6 months Can let children participate in preliminary preparation of cooking ingredients Can divide children's meals so that they do not get bored Do not give children snacks before meals Some schools It is necessary to supplement nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin C, calcium, iron, zinc, ... necessary for the development of the body. However, you should not arbitrarily use drugs / pills. If you want to supplement with any medicine or functional food, you need to take your child to Vinmec International General Hospital to be examined and consulted by a doctor.
Thank you for submitting your question to Vinmec Health System. Wish the baby always healthy.

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