Delayed growth (Growth - slow (child 0 - 5 years), Weight gain - slow (child 0 - 5 years), Slow rate of growth, Retarded growth and development)

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Delayed growth

Alternate Names : Growth - slow (child 0 - 5 years), Weight gain - slow (child 0 - 5 years), Slow rate of growth, Retarded growth and development

Definition

Delayed growth is poor or abnormally slow height or weight gains in a child younger than age 5.

Overview & Considerations

A child should have regular, well-baby check-ups with a health care provider.

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Common Causes

Delayed or slower-than-expected growth can be caused by many different things, including:

Chronic disease
Emotional (psychosocial) health
Genetics
Infection
Poor nutrition

Many children with delayed growth also have delays in development.

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Review Date : 2/27/2009
Reviewed By : Jennifer K. Mannheim, CPNP, private practice, Seattle, Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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