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My 3yr old has been chronically tired so i took her 2 a paediatrician. he found nothing. ijust noticed her capillary refil time is very long 9 seconds?
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Tired 3 yr old: Capillary refill time is a sign of dehydration. Has she been drinking enough? It is unusual for a three year old to be chronically tired, they usually have enough energy for 3 people. Make sure she is sleeping and eating properly. This should resolve pretty quickly, if your pediatrician found nothing wrong.
Answered 8/27/2014
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Odd statement: I would expect a kid with a 9 second capillary refill time to be near death. Perhaps your definition of the maneuver is quite different than mine. I doubt that would be the case in a kid who is functional at any level. If you are concerned the doc has missed something find another and get a second opinion.
Answered 6/5/2016
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