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My 2 month old, almost 3, is losing weight instead of gaining. we have tried adding cereal and increasing formula. i'm at a lose now and need answers.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Lab testing : A nutrition and GI consultation may be helpful. A review of the pattern of growth on the growth chart may also provide additional information. Your pediatrician can order blood testing and review newborn screening panel results.

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Answered 11/2/2019

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A member asked:

My 2 month old, almost 3, is losing weight instead of gaining. we have tried adding cereal and increasing formula. i'm at a lose now and need answers.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kwok and another doctor agreed

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