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Potbellies and toddlers   

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Alternative names:

Children and potbellies

Information


Question:
Is there any reason to worry about a child's potbelly?

Answer:
It is generally normal for toddlers to have potbellies. By the time a child reaches school age, the potbelly usually disappears and their bodies seem more proportionate.

There is nothing to worry about unless a swollen belly is accompanied by other symptoms (such as abdominal pain, fever, vomiting, or short stature), or if it appears suddenly swollen.

The belly should feel soft and nontender. Medical conditions causing an enlarged liver or spleen can be serious and must be ruled out by your doctor.

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