A Toddler in East Jakarta Diagnosed Lacking of Nutrition
Reported by Nurito | Translated by
SE (4), a toddler who allegedly suffers from malnutrition, was diagnosed just lacking of nutrition. But, if he is not treated, he could suffer malnutrition.
He is actually not diagnosed to have malnutrition yet but he's just lacking of nutrition. His health condition is a little weak so that he's brought to hospital
"He is actually not diagnosed to have malnutrition yet but he's just lacking of nutrition. His health condition is a little weak so that he's brought to hospital," said Head of East Jakarta Health Sub-Department, Iwan Kurniawan, when he visited SE in Pondok Kopi Islamic Hospital, Tuesday (11/10).
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SE's body weight is dropped in last 2 months, from 14 kg becomes 11 kg. Before he is sick, SE is routinely brought by Ester (46) his parents to Integrated Service Post (Posyandu). But it was stopped in last 2 months thus his health decreased.
He added, currently, SE's BPJS card is being processed. His side ensured the card will be done in 2-3 days.
As for the medical expenses is covered by the government through BPJS.
