Medically Reviewed
동제당한의원·Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMDHead Doctor
#Prognosis / Recovery
Q How long after treatment before eating improves?
A Mild cases take 2 to 4 weeks; cases with chronic spleen-stomach weakness benefit from 2 to 3 months of consistent treatment.
Detailed Answer
<p>The recovery period for poor appetite varies depending on the cause and how long it has lasted. In an acute case where appetite dropped after a recent cold, food intake often normalizes with just two weeks of medication. In contrast, a child with chronic spleen-stomach weakness who has eaten poorly since before their first birthday should consistently reinforce the spleen-stomach over 2 to 3 months or more.</p><h3>Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective</h3><p>At Dongjedang, we treat with stepwise goals. We proceed in the order of Stage 1 resolving food stagnation, Stage 2 reinforcing spleen-stomach energy, and Stage 3 maintenance management, adjusting the prescription while confirming changes at each stage.</p>
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