Question
My child is over two years old and has recently lost interest in eating! It’s so distressing, and the child has become quite thin. We need a doctor’s help for a remote diagnosis.
Answer
Hello. Based on the situation you described, your two-year-old may be experiencing picky eating, decreased appetite, and weight loss due to a cold, weakened spleen and stomach function, or zinc deficiency. It is advisable to remain optimistic and consult a pediatrician for an examination. Conduct trace element tests and adopt symptomatic treatment. You can consider giving probiotics, oral liquids, and other medications, as well as appropriately supplementing calcium and zinc. The combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine can yield better results. Wishing your child a speedy recovery!