How to Treat an 8-Year-Old Child with a Height of Only 1.1 Meters?

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How to treat an 8-year-old child whose height is only 1.1 meters and whose development is slow?

Answer

For an 8-year-old child with a height of only 1.1 meters and slow development, the following treatments and checks are recommended:

Check for bone, endocrine, and liver and kidney function.
Take X-rays to check for signs of epiphyseal closure.
Determine the cause and prescribe symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication.
Do not worry excessively; every child has their own pace in growth and development.
Maintain a balanced diet and appropriate exercise.