Question
A child has been refusing to eat for four consecutive days, but is in good physical condition with no history of past illnesses. How should it be handled?
Answer
If a child continues to refuse food for a period of time, it is recommended to bring them to a pediatric gastroenterology clinic for examination. Possible causes include: 1. Acute gastritis caused by gastroenteritis or intestinal virus infection, which can be treated with probiotics such as Changle Kang granules to regulate gastrointestinal function; 2. Deficiency of trace elements, especially zinc, which can be supplemented through blood tests and zinc supplements such as L-lysine zinc granules; 3. If there has been a history of liver disease, attention should be given to whether it is caused by liver function damage, and treatment should be given for liver disease; 4. Indigestion or weakness in the spleen and stomach function.