Consequences of inadequate exclusive breastfeeding in Children from latin america: a systematic review

Abstract

Introduction: Exclusive breastfeeding is essential for the healthy growth and physical and mental development of your baby. Not breastfeeding or breastfeeding for less than six months increases the risk of the child developing various diseases. Objective: To gather and explain the consequences of not providing exclusive breastfeeding to children in Latin America. Methodology: Scientific articles were searched on the PubMed and Scielo platforms, following the PRISMA method. Specific criteria were used to decide which articles to include or exclude in this study. In total, 13 selected articles were analyzed. Results: The reviewed research shows that insufficient breastfeeding or breastfeeding for less than six months can lead to issues such as developmental and growth delays, overweight and obesity during adolescence, and underweight in childhood. It also indicates a high risk of respiratory diseases such as pneumonia and bronchiolitis, skin problems like allergic dermatitis and atopic dermatitis, iron deficiency anemia, vitamin A deficiency, and severe dehydration. Conclusion: It is important to have new information about the risks of breastfeeding in our society. This helps people understand its significance in preventing diseases and ensuring proper growth for babies.