Question

The child is 84 cm tall and weighs 11.5 kg. During the health check, the doctor said that both height and weight are above the normal range and suggested a detailed examination at a large hospital. The parents are 160 cm and 156 cm tall, respectively. The child has problems such as fear of eating dinner, muscle loss, poor resistance, and bad breath. No related treatment has been received and assistance is sought.

  1. Which department should be visited at a regular hospital?
  2. Is it necessary to have a urine test for trace elements?
  3. The child’s height is mainly related to genetic inheritance from the grandparents. If the parents are not tall, the child usually won’t be very tall.
  4. Avoid fussy eating and muscle loss; eat more seasonal vegetables and fruits and drink more water.
  5. Ensure the child consumes enough high-quality protein from fish, shrimp, eggs, etc.
  6. Increase outdoor activity time to enhance resistance.
  7. Appropriately supplement vitamin D and calcium to promote bone growth.
  8. If necessary, check growth hormones; if deficient, medication treatment is required.

Answer

  1. It is recommended to visit the pediatric endocrinology or pediatric department for a detailed examination.
  2. Depending on the child’s condition, a urine test for trace elements may be necessary.
  3. The child’s height is indeed related to genetics, but efforts in later years can also appropriately increase height.
  4. Avoid fussy eating and ensure balanced nutrition intake.
  5. Ensure the child consumes enough high-quality protein.
  6. Increasing outdoor activities helps improve resistance.
  7. Supplementing with vitamin D and calcium is beneficial for bone growth.