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What Can Cause Problem In Chewing Food?

hi doctor i hope u r fine. i need ur help regarding chewing food. my son is 2 years old and he is not chewing at all he is very active and have sharp mind but because of his habit we are really worried plz help us if there is any medicine pls advize
Tue, 12 May 2020
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Hi,

A 2 year old cannot completely chew or swallow food. This is their learning phase, and we have to gradually and slowly change the consistency from semisolid to solid items to allow smooth learning. Avoid items with risk of aspiration, like hard candies and nuts. Promoting self eating over forceful feeding also help the child to learn chewing and swallowing. Children tend to chew and swallow in a better way when allowed eating self.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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What Can Cause Problem In Chewing Food?

Hi, A 2 year old cannot completely chew or swallow food. This is their learning phase, and we have to gradually and slowly change the consistency from semisolid to solid items to allow smooth learning. Avoid items with risk of aspiration, like hard candies and nuts. Promoting self eating over forceful feeding also help the child to learn chewing and swallowing. Children tend to chew and swallow in a better way when allowed eating self. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician