Growth retardation in infants

### Risk factors for developmental disorders Complex medical or social problems are more common in children of families with low socio-economic status and in children of parents who suffer from addiction... Psychosocial causes are more common than organic disorders... Failure to gain enough weight (premature birth weight) (in children under 2 years of age). malabsorption disorders (such as celiac disease, cystic fibrosis), conditions that increase the body's energy requirements (such as congenital heart disease, chronic infections), and structural defects such as fistula blood insufficiency) During growth failure, the patient's growth curve is usually horizontal in terms of weight and reduced in height, and the head diameter is relatively normal.. Fatigue and irritability are common.. Decreased subcutaneous fat, emaciation of limbs and buttocks, and distressed face are common... Edema may be seen in cases of severe energy-protein malnutrition.... ### Differential diagnoses Inadequate supervision or neglect (which is called psychosocial developmental disorder..) Genetic shortness Growth retardation due to genetic issues Natural type ### Diagnostic evaluation **Growth delay in infants** • Detailed history and examination including social, behavioral-evolutionary and nutritional issues • Checking and measuring the growth rate regularly and checking and analyzing the child's growth chart • Counting the number of blood cells to check for anemia, leukocytosis, or leukopenia in the child, which may be signs of malignancy, chronic infection, exposure to toxins, or rheumatic diseases.. Treatment and control of growth failure disease Full nutrition consultation with a pediatrician Calculation of calories by **pediatrician** Adequate absorption of calories, fat, vitamins and minerals Recommendations for changing the diet of children with organic diseases.... Education of parents and nutritional advisor Treatment of specific disorders by the relevant specialist Counseling and providing suitable solutions for social and economic problems of the family ### Prognosis and complications Early diagnosis of organic disorder can prevent the deterioration of the child's condition and improve the prognosis in the long run.... The treatment of developmental disorder caused by psycho-social issues is very difficult due to parental resistance.. Developmental disorder must be treated in the first two years of life for adequate brain growth and development. Hyperactivity in children Seizures in children Ear infections in children Children's hearing disorders Thanks to the management of the site Dr. Faraji pediatrician