Patient's question:
At one year old, how long should a baby take calcium, iron, and zinc supplements before stopping? Previous treatment history and effectiveness: previously only took calcium supplements. What kind of help is needed: how long should a one-year-old baby take calcium, iron, and zinc supplements before stopping?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, I don't know how the child is lacking in these three elements. First, it's important to clarify the symptoms of calcium deficiency in a 1-year-old child, such as excessive sweating unrelated to temperature, visible bald patches on the back of the head, irritability, night sweats, delayed teething after the age of 1, delayed closure of the anterior fontanelle, and a high forehead forming a square skull! If these trace element deficiencies are not severe, medication is generally not required. Breast milk, formula, and complementary foods can usually meet the child's developmental needs. Outdoor activities can be encouraged, and more sun exposure can help supplement calcium!