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Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari

What could cause poor weight gain in infants?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The amount of food eaten would vary from child to child. Decreased intake, a fussy child, and worm infestation are the most common causes for reduced weight gain. I would suggest a deworming for your baby. A single dose of 400 mg of Syrup Albendazole will suffice.

December 23, 2025

What is the best treatment for scalp swelling in toddlers?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Scalp swelling occurs due to clotted blood, known as a hematoma. Slowly, it gets liquified and absorbed. If the overlying skin is intact without breach, then there is no cause for concern. There is no medication that helps in resolving it.

December 2, 2025

12 years old son, suddenly lost his ability to walk. What could it be?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is likely that he could be suffering from one of the types of muscular dystrophy. It is most of the time, X-chromosome linked. Usually, the male children get affected and the females are carriers. For further queries, post a detailed history and ask a doctor online --> https://www.

June 20, 2024

Can I take Spirulina 500 mg tablet twice, to replace the intake of 2.5 mg Folic acid and Vitamin B?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The amount of folic acid or vitamin B available in a capsule of Spirulina is not sufficient to meet the daily requirements of these vitamins. So, it is essential to substitute it by other vitamin supplements..

June 20, 2024

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