Question
My son is 4 years and 6 months old and he is only 1 meter tall, weighing 28 pounds. I’m not sure if this is abnormal, as he is much shorter than his peers in school…
Answer
A child’s height is not always proportional to their health status. Among children of the same age, those who are slightly shorter may not necessarily be less healthy than those who are taller. However, if a child’s height is outside the normal range, indicating a special condition in growth and development, parents should take their child to the hospital for a detailed examination to find out the cause.