Question
My child is two years old and has recently started refusing to eat. When they see food, they say it smells bad. They were never very fond of water, but now they don’t drink at all. Their stool color is pale, and they often burp. I just gave them some stomachic and digestant tablets, and I want to know what could be causing this.
Answer
The child may be unwilling to eat or drink due to digestive system issues. The pale color of the stool might indicate a lack of bile produced by the liver, so it is recommended to undergo a liver function test to understand the specific situation. Giving the child stomachic and digestant tablets may be to improve digestion, but this is just a temporary solution. It is advisable to consult a doctor for more comprehensive treatment advice.