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How Can Poor Height Gain In A Child Be Treated?

Hello sir
I m sahana my son was 4 yrs old ...he is around 15 kg and 90 cm height.....his dad also short....i was fear that he also become short...while compated to other kids he was like pre kg kid...now he is in UkG....pls suggest me wat to do...is coupon syrup is use for this...
Tue, 24 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

His weight percentile is normal. But his height is less than 5th centile. It could be genetic as his father is short. I suggest you get him evaluated for short stature now itself and take appropriate measures like growth hormone if required.

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Please find the link below -
www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sumanth-amperayani/67696

Best regards - Dr Sumanth Amperayani
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How Can Poor Height Gain In A Child Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. His weight percentile is normal. But his height is less than 5th centile. It could be genetic as his father is short. I suggest you get him evaluated for short stature now itself and take appropriate measures like growth hormone if required. You can approach me at the following link. Once the page opens there will be an option below my image as – ASK ME A QUESTION – click on it. Please find the link below - www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sumanth-amperayani/67696 Best regards - Dr Sumanth Amperayani