Question
My baby is 17 months old and doesn’t want to eat properly. He doesn’t eat vegetables much, and sometimes at night he sleeps and suddenly starts crying, crying for about six or seven days in a row, then sleeps well for a few days, and then starts crying again. What’s going on? Previous treatment situation and effect: He hasn’t had many illnesses or received injections. What kind of help do I need? Do I need to do any checks or take anything?
Answer
When a child experiences this condition again, it’s important to consider the possibility of zinc deficiency, as zinc deficiency can lead to reduced taste sensation, decreased appetite, resulting in anorexia and picky eating. Treatment should focus on invigorating the spleen and stomach, strengthening the spleen and benefiting qi, and nourishing the stomach and yin. Medications such as Xingpi Yangwei Granules, Seabuckthorn Granules, and Jianpi Xiaojie Oral Liquid can be used for treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine has fewer side effects and is an ideal choice for regulating a child’s spleen and stomach. Wishing you health.