Question
Since March, a child has been experiencing two consecutive falls and has gradually shown a decrease in appetite, reduced food intake, a seemingly swollen abdomen compared to before, often half-open eyes during sleep, and a weight loss. How should one seek medical assistance for this situation?
Answer
For a child with decreased appetite, it’s first important to reduce the intake of milk or snacks and other foods to prevent the child from feeling full through other means. You can try adjusting meals to flavors that the child likes to boost their appetite. At the same time, by praising other children for their good eating habits, you can encourage the child to imitate and increase their willingness to eat. Additionally, enhancing taste sensitivity can also help stimulate appetite. In daily life, it’s important to encourage children to engage in moderate physical activity to promote hunger and thereby increase their appetite.