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Failure to Thrive (FTT) is a common observation in newborns and young children when their development rate falls significantly below expected criteria. Inadequate calorie intake, malabsorption, chronic diseases, or psychological problems like neglect or emotional deprivation can all contribute to it.
Early FTT detection is absolutely vital since chronic insufficient growth might affect cognitive and physical development. Typical indicators are poor weight gain, irritability, delayed milestones, and low activity levels. A comprehensive medical evaluation that includes family history, laboratory tests, dietary assessment, and other aspects identifies the underlying cause.
Treatment relies on the underlying cause and can call for medical therapies, nutritional changes, or family counselling for psychosocial difficulties. Sometimes close surveillance and intense dietary support are needed for hospitalisation.
Managing FTT depends much on parents and other carers who guarantee a balanced meal, track development constantly, and solve any feeding problems. Often working closely with psychologists, dietitians, and other experts, paediatricians build a complete treatment plan.
Most children with FTT can reach normal growth and development with early diagnosis and appropriate care, thereby avoiding long-term consequences. Increasing knowledge of this disorder facilitates timely diagnosis and efficient treatment.