Height, Pediatrics FAQ

Is Growth Hormone Safe? Understanding Its Use in Pediatrics

Is growth hormone safe? Hello, is the administration of growth hormone considered genetic modification? Is it a safe medication?

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
A person's genes are determined and fixed at birth, and with current medical technology, they cannot be "modified." Growth hormone is a type of hormone secreted by the body to stimulate bone growth and increase height; therefore, insufficient secretion can lead to ...

Understanding Enlarged Intestines in Children: Causes and Concerns

Enlarged intestines in children? Dear Doctor, Recently, my mother took my daughter to see a doctor for a cold. While diagnosing her cold, the doctor noticed that her abdomen was firm. After performing a bowel movement, the doctor informed my mother that she has an enlarged intes...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: If there is constipation for an extended period, it can lead to decreased gastrointestinal motility and digestive function. Please have a physician examine you to rule out structural issues (such as megacolon). Chronic constipation should be addressed through dietary chang...

Assessing Growth and Leg Issues in Young Children: What to Expect

Height and foot shape issues? My son is 3 years and 2 months old, but his height is only 92 cm and his weight is only 12 kg (he weighed 11 kg at 18 months). I want to take him for a growth assessment, but I'm unsure if this evaluation requires blood tests or any other proced...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
A 3-year and 2-month-old boy has a height of 92 cm and a weight of 12 kg, with percentiles ranging from 3% to 15%, indicating that he is relatively small for his age. It is advisable to consider a growth assessment. You should prepare past growth charts (from the health booklet),...

Understanding Pink Urine in Infants: Nutrition and Dietary Concerns

Changes in urine color & nutritional issues Hello, my baby is currently over 8 months old. Following the doctor's instructions, we have been feeding him beets for 2 days, and I noticed that his urine has turned pink. Is this normal? I live abroad, and since my baby was 6...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The color of urine can be influenced by food and medications, but pink urine is less common. It is advisable to seek medical attention for examination (a simple urinalysis can check for infections or hematuria, and a renal ultrasound can assess for hydronephrosis or kidney stones...

Addressing Dietary Concerns for Your 4-Year-Old Child: Tips and Insights

Regarding dietary issues in children? My child is almost 4 years old, but he doesn't like to eat rice. When he's hungry, he only thinks about drinking milk. His current weight is 16 kg and his height is 99 cm. Is this situation normal, doctor? I'm very worried that...

Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
A 4-year-old child weighing 16 kg and measuring 99 cm falls within the normal growth range. However, he experiences abdominal discomfort after eating meals, while there are no symptoms of abdominal pain after consuming snacks. This abdominal pain may be related to psychological f...

Understanding Numbness in Toddlers: Causes and Concerns

When the child is lying down, they complain of numbness in their hands and feet? Hello Dr. Hsieh, I have a little boy at home who is about 2 and a half years old. Recently, over the past month or two, he has been experiencing a sensation of numbness in his hands and feet while ...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: Numbness in the hands and feet is primarily an issue related to sensory nerves. It may be due to heightened nerve sensitivity, which is often hereditary or congenital. Symptoms can arise from insufficient blood circulation or nerve compression when lying down. If this cond...

Should I Worry If My One-Year-Old Hasn't Started Teething?

Teething usually begins around one year of age? Hello, Doctor: My younger sister is about to turn one year old on the 15th, but she hasn't shown any signs of teething yet. I noticed a couple of small spots on her lower front teeth a while ago, which seemed like they were abo...

Dr. He Shenglong Reply:
Hello: A one-year-old child has not yet developed teeth; I suggest you wait a little longer, as some children have a slower teething process. If you wish to consult someone, it would be best to see a dentist, but currently, no special intervention is needed. Your child is now abl...

Concerns About Child Growth: Understanding Nutrition and Development

Big problem? Hello, doctor: My child was born in October 2003, full-term, through natural delivery, and the delivery process went smoothly. Currently, he is 107 cm tall and weighs 15 kg. Everyone says he is very thin and should eat "cheese," "beef," "bone...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: If the annual height growth is less than 5 centimeters and the weight gain during this period is less than 2 kilograms, it is necessary to assess whether there is short stature or underweight due to inadequate nutritional absorption. Each individual's growth curve is ...

Is My One-Year-Old's Weight and Standing Development Normal?

I'm sorry, but I need content to translate? Dear Doctor, my daughter has just turned one year old and she is not able to stand while holding onto something. Is this considered normal? At what age do children typically start to stand? Additionally, her weight is 7.5 kilograms...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Xiaomin, The answers to your questions are as follows: From 10 to 12 months, your baby should be able to: - Crawl more steadily and quickly - Transition between various positions more effectively - Stand and walk while holding onto objects - Take a few steps independently...

Understanding Floating Stool in Children: Causes and Concerns

Floating stools with oil? Hello, Doctor: My child is currently 3 years old, and I recently noticed that there is a layer of floating oil in the toilet after he has a bowel movement. What could be the cause of this? Is it due to eating oily foods? My child really enjoys eating bra...

Dr. He Ciyuan Reply:
Fecal oil may sometimes indicate poor fat absorption, so it is advisable to conduct a stool test to assess digestion. If abnormalities are found, it is recommended to seek further evaluation at a hospital.

Understanding Underweight Children: Growth Potential and Metabolism Testing

Underweight in children Hello Dr. Hsiao, my son is currently in the first year of junior high school, with a height of 145 cm and a weight of 27 kg. Many people say that being too thin may hinder his growth potential. I would like to know when it would be appropriate to conduct a...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
This year, entering the first year of junior high school (approximately 13 years old), the height is 145 cm (10-25 percentile), and the weight is 27 kg (< 10 percentile). There is no specific stage that is more suitable for growth and development checks; it is essential to con...

Concerns About My 9-Month-Old Daughter's Weight and Growth

My sister is too thin? Hello, Doctor: My little daughter is currently 9 months and 18 days old. She weighed 2600 grams and was 49 cm long at birth. Today, during her vaccination, her height and weight were measured as follows: height: 65 cm, weight: 6.7 kg. She consumes about 700...

Dr. He Shenglong Reply:
Hello: A nine-month-old baby girl has a height of 65 cm and a weight of 6.7 kg, which is around the 3rd percentile according to the growth chart. Currently, her development is normal, but she is considered short and underweight. If the parents are of a smaller build, it is likely...

Concerns About Growth in Adolescents: When to Seek Medical Advice

Child Growth Hello, doctor. My child is already in the first year of junior high school, but their height is only 144 cm and weight is 31 kg. They also have a poor appetite and say they feel full after eating just a little. Should I take my child for an examination, or is there a...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At the age of 13, with a height of 144 cm, the height percentile is at 5% (ranking in the bottom 5 out of 100 individuals), which meets the definition of short stature (height percentile below 5% or not growing more than 5 cm in a year). It is recommended to visit a pediatric gro...

Is It Normal for Toddlers to Vomit After Eating Too Fast or Too Much?

Is it normal for children to vomit if they eat too quickly or too much? Hello, Dr. Hsieh: My nearly three-year-old child occasionally vomits shortly after eating. Although it's not as frequent as when he was a baby, it happens about 1 to 2 times a week. I suspect it might be...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Children at this age are very active, and if they run around right after eating, they are more likely to vomit. Additionally, if they do not chew their food thoroughly and overeat, they are also prone to vomiting. However, due to changes in their weight and height growth curves, ...

Addressing Growth Concerns in a Small 4-Year-Old Girl

The girl is excessively petite? Hello, my daughter was born at Taoyuan General Hospital and has consistently had growth issues below the 3rd percentile. She has been monitored at Taoyuan General Hospital, and aside from slightly acidic blood and a bone age that is six months olde...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At 4 years and 2 months old, with a weight of 11 kilograms and a height of 88 cm, the growth percentile is below the 3rd percentile. There are many possible reasons for this: insufficient dietary nutrition and energy, endocrine disorders (such as thyroid hormones, growth hormones...

Managing High Cholesterol in Children: Dietary Tips and Next Steps

Childhood Hypercholesterolemia My sister-in-law's child is 5 years old and recently had a blood test that showed a cholesterol level of 200. My sister-in-law's family has a history of high cholesterol, and she believes it is genetic. What dietary and lifestyle considera...

Dr. He Shenglong Reply:
Hello: High cholesterol may be influenced by genetic factors, or it could result from excessive dietary intake of cholesterol. Foods that are high in cholesterol should be consumed in moderation, such as egg yolks, whole eggs, pork kidneys, pork liver, bacon, pork, hot dogs, beef...

Understanding Genetic Disorders in Infants: Growth Assessment and Delayed Development

Pediatric genetic disorders For newborns and young children, it is important to be aware of genetic disorders such as cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, and phenylketonuria (PKU). Growth assessment should be conducted through regular monitoring of weight, height, and head circ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Developmental milestones refer to the expected developmental achievements of children at various stages. They can generally be categorized into: (1) social behavior skills, (2) cognitive and visual abilities, (3) language and auditory skills, (4) fine motor skills and self-care a...

Understanding Infant Milk Aversion: Tips for Parents of 6-Month-Olds

Extreme aversion to milk... does not like to drink milk? Hello, doctor. My baby is 6 months old. He started to refuse milk at 3 months, and recently he has become even more averse to it. He cries and throws a tantrum whenever he sees a bottle, tightly closing his mouth and resist...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. For infants over 6 months old, formula can be switched directly without a gradual transition, and the taste is better than that of newborn formula, making it suitable for infants who are picky eaters. As long as the stools are not watery, hard, contain blood streaks, or are gr...

Managing Milk Intake and Solid Foods for Your Baby's Nutrition

Milk supply and complementary foods? Dear Dr. Pei, My baby girl was born on August 28, 1997, and she is currently about 4 and a half months old. Her weight is approximately 7.6 kg, and her height is about 65 cm. She has been refusing milk for over a month now and rejects all mi...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: A normal baby weighs about three kilograms at birth, and by the fourth or fifth month, their weight will double to approximately six kilograms. By the age of one, they should weigh about three times their birth weight, which is around ten kilograms. After that, they typica...

Assessing Growth Concerns in a 2-Year-Old: Nutrition and Health Tips

Height Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: My son is currently 2 years and 1 month old. Over the past year, his height has only increased by 6 cm and his weight has increased by 3 kg. He was 52 cm tall and weighed 3360 grams at birth. At 2 months, he was 63 cm tall and weighed 54...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Common colds should not affect height. The factors that influence height generally include nutritional status, adequate sunlight exposure and exercise, sufficient nighttime sleep (as growth hormone is secreted at night), and an important factor: genetics. If the parents are not t...

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