Is it necessary for children to undergo a physical examination? Many parents believe that young babies should not undergo physical examinations, as it is even more detrimental to their health. In fact, children should undergo a physical examination more. Don't just look at it as if there's nothing wrong on the surface, only after the examination can you know what's going on. What are the physical examination items for children?
Some parents have reported that their babies look very healthy, able to eat, sleep, and play on a daily basis, and are not much different from babies of the same age, so there is no need to take their babies for physical examinations all the time. Actually, this is a wrong viewpoint. Whether a baby is healthy or not is not just about "watching". 0-3 years old is the time when babies' physical and mental abilities develop rapidly, and they are also the most sensitive to external stimuli. Any changes in the environment can cause discomfort in babies. Therefore, regular check ups for babies are of great significance for understanding their physical condition.
When should babies undergo a physical examination
0-3 years old is a time when a baby's physical and psychological development is rapid, and the state of each growth stage is different. Babies are prone to various nutritional diseases, infectious diseases and neuropsychological abnormalities in the process of rapid growth and rapid adaptation to the environment, but some symptoms are recessive and can only be detected by physical examination. Therefore, following the growth pattern of baby development, it is recommended to have a physical examination at 1 and a half months, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months. After reaching the age of 1 to 2, a physical examination should be done every six months, and after the age of 3, an annual physical examination should be done.
Eight physical examinations required for babies aged 0-3
Regular check ups for babies are like rules and regulations that need to be followed to ensure true health. Perhaps you would say that a physical examination is just about "measuring height, weight, and blood", how could it be so complicated. You have misunderstood this. There are many physical details that need to be monitored during the baby's development process to ensure healthy growth. Therefore, parents should regularly take their babies to professional hospitals for check ups, and they can also do simple monitoring at home to pay attention to and record every moment of their baby's growth.
On the 42nd day after the birth of the first physical examination
As the first physical examination for babies, the items that need to be checked are quite comprehensive, including four points:
1. Measure the baby's height and weight;
2. Cardiopulmonary examination mainly based on auscultation and percussion;
3. A simple blood test, including indicators for iron such as zinc phosphorus and calcium such as alkaline phosphatase;
4. Conduct hip tests, check hip lines, and examine the navel to see if the baby may have congenital dislocation, congenital diseases such as umbilical hernia, etc.
There is a certain necessity for pediatric physical examinations, and expectant mothers should pay attention to the precautions for pediatric physical examinations. Having a clear schedule for the baby's physical examination and having regular check ups can bring a lot of peace of mind.
