Patient's question:
I haven't been taking naps very often lately, and I haven't been eating much milk either. After a thorough check-up, they said I had a slight fever. Then they tested for trace elements and found that I'm deficient in both iron and zinc. The iron range is 7.52-11.82, and my baby's level is 6.08. The zinc range is 76.5-170, and my baby's level is 61.1. How severe is this deficiency? Why would a two-month-old be so deficient? My breast milk isn't enough, so I've been mixed feeding with Mead Johnson formula. Could it be because of the fever a few days ago when I ate very little that the test results showed this deficiency?Past Treatment and Effects:
The doctor prescribed zinc sulfate and dextran iron. Can such a young baby take this? I'm only two months old! Do I have to supplement?
Kind of Help Needed:
Hello, is the deficiency severe? What should I do now? Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
According to your situation, the baby is now two months old and has been taking fewer naps. Recently, the baby hasn't been eating much milk and has been eating less. After a thorough check-up, it was found that the baby has a slight fever. Blood tests also revealed a deficiency in iron and zinc, which requires proper digestion.Advice: It is recommended to provide the baby with some small Shierkang supplements. If you prefer not to supplement, you can increase the amount of milk you feed the baby, and it will gradually improve. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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