Understanding Growth Hormone Treatment for Your 11-Year-Old Daughter
Growing taller My daughter is 11 years and 6 months old and is 145 cm tall. She started her menstrual cycle in February. I would like to know how much more she can grow. We consulted an endocrinologist, who suggested that we consider growth hormone therapy. What is the effectiven...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
A: An 11-year and 6-month-old girl has just started menstruating and still has the potential for growth. Her height is significantly shorter compared to peers of the same age, with no specific reasons such as genetic factors, malnutrition, or major illnesses. An X-ray of the grow...[Read More] Understanding Growth Hormone Treatment for Your 11-Year-Old Daughter
Understanding Infant Feeding Issues: Tips for Managing Milk Refusal and Colic
Infants not drinking milk? Hello Dr. Hong, My baby is now over three months old. Recently, the interval between feedings has extended from three hours to four hours, so I adjusted her milk intake from 120cc to 150cc. However, in the past few days, she often seems uninterested in...
Dr. Hong Shaohui Reply:
Response: (1) Infants have a limited stomach capacity, so it is advisable to avoid giving water and glucose water between feedings to allow for more milk intake. Glucose water is not necessary; if the baby sweats a lot or loses more fluids in an air-conditioned environment, you c...[Read More] Understanding Infant Feeding Issues: Tips for Managing Milk Refusal and Colic
Understanding Growth Spurts During Male Puberty: What to Expect
Development during Puberty During puberty, boys typically begin to experience a rapid growth spurt approximately 1 to 2 years after the onset of secondary sexual characteristics, such as the development of pubic hair. This growth spurt can last for about 2 to 3 years, after which...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Mr. Pig: Generally, boys enter puberty between the ages of 9 and 13, although this can vary from person to person. Once puberty begins, both weight and height will increase rapidly, with a significant growth spurt occurring between the ages of 14 and 16. After the age of 17...[Read More] Understanding Growth Spurts During Male Puberty: What to Expect
Is My 1-Year-Old Too Short and Thin? Tips for Weaning Off Milk
I'm sorry The baby is currently 1 year and 17 days old, with a height of 75 cm and a weight of 10 kg. Is this height and weight too low? The baby has a small appetite and only eats a little rice or noodles, drinking 220 cc five times a day. How can I wean the baby?
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Ms. Kiki: The child's height and weight are both within the normal average range. The child's milk intake can gradually decrease while transitioning to more adult-like foods. This should be done by increasing the variety of foods in small amounts at each meal, and...[Read More] Is My 1-Year-Old Too Short and Thin? Tips for Weaning Off Milk
Understanding Your Child's Heart Rate: What is Normal for Kids?
Children's heart rate Hello Doctor, my son is 9 years old, with a height of 127 cm and a weight of 26 kg. When he is sitting and not exercising, his heart rate sometimes reaches 105 beats per minute. Only when he is asleep at night does it drop to about 80 beats per minute. ...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Cheng: A 9-year-old child's resting heart rate averages around 90 beats per minute, which falls within the normal range of 70 to 110 beats per minute. Therefore, based on your description, your child's heart rate is still within the normal range.[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Heart Rate: What is Normal for Kids?
Understanding Microcephaly: Key Characteristics and Symptoms
Microcephaly Microcephaly is characterized by several features, including: 1. A significantly smaller head size compared to peers of the same age and sex. 2. Developmental delays, which may affect motor skills, speech, and cognitive abilities. 3. Possible neurological issues, su...
Dr. Huang Zheming Reply:
Microcephaly is a congenital malformation in infants, typically characterized by abnormal weight, height, and head circumference. Associated symptoms may include jaundice, anemia, intracranial calcifications, and neurological disorders.[Read More] Understanding Microcephaly: Key Characteristics and Symptoms
Understanding Sudden Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Children: Causes and Concerns
Gastrointestinal bleeding Our second child, who is in the fourth grade this year (height 126 cm, weight 26 kg), usually does not complain of stomach pain, has a good appetite, and eats plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, he still occasionally experiences constipation. Last ...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsiao: 1. It is important to first confirm whether there is a significant fecal occult blood reaction. 2. If there is indeed a positive result, and as you described, if you have melena (black, tarry stools), it could indicate a severe infection or ulcer causing gastr...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Children: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Testicular Development in 3-4 Year Old Boys
Health concerns for children aged 3 to 4 years? Doctor Zhao, my 3-year-old child has one testicle positioned higher and the other lower. I'm not sure if this will affect his health.
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Mr. Liu Zhangren: It is normal for the testicles to have a height difference if both are present within the scrotum. However, if one is absent from the scrotum, a medical examination is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Testicular Development in 3-4 Year Old Boys
Will I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Puberty and Height Growth
Height!! I was born in 1983, and I entered puberty in the third year of junior high school. It wasn't until recently (now in my third year of high school) that I started to develop armpit hair, and I have not yet experienced a noticeable change in my voice. I am currently 16...
Dr. Shi Zhongxian Reply:
(1) You are currently over seventeen years old, and theoretically, you still have the opportunity to grow taller until you reach twenty. However, this is closely related to your parents' height; if your parents are not tall, the chances are smaller. (2) Your secondary sexual...[Read More] Will I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Puberty and Height Growth
Managing Bloating and Digestive Issues in Infants: Expert Advice
Abdominal bloating and indigestion? My child is currently over seven months old, weighing 8.2 kg and measuring 65 cm in height. Since birth, he has experienced abdominal bloating and digestive issues. We have tried several brands of formula, with varying results. He has been drin...
Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Dear Miss Wang Yueling: The child's poor digestion and bloating may indicate a case of cow's milk protein allergy, which is why the doctor recommended using Nestlé HA hydrolyzed protein formula. Soy milk is generally not recommended for long-term use.[Read More] Managing Bloating and Digestive Issues in Infants: Expert Advice