Failure to Thrive: Symptoms & Signs (FTT, Failure to Gain Weight)

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Alternate Names : FTT, Failure to Gain Weight

An infant with FTT does not gain weight at a rate considered healthy. If FTT is severe and prolonged, it can result in:

signs of malnutrition or inadequate food intake or absorption of food

delays in learning ability and psychosocial development

emotional and behavioral problems

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Author: John Wegmann, MD
Reviewer: Kathleen A. MacNaughton, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 08/15/02

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