Patient's question:
My son is 10 years old. I don't know when his fingernails became rough and uneven. They also peeled off in layers. After a thorough examination at the hospital, the calcium level was 2.26, and the other doctors said everything was fine. It's been a while, and it wasn't as severe as it used to be. They still recommended calcium supplements.Previous treatment history and effectiveness:
No specific treatment was given.
Help sought:
I want to know if it's really due to calcium or zinc deficiency.
Doctor's answer:
This parent, to find out if there is a deficiency of trace elements, must first go to the hospital for a blood test and have a trace element examination. Additionally, a vitamin D check is also necessary. If there is a deficiency of D, calcium in the body will not be well-absorbed. Uneven fingernails indicate that the child's nutritional status is not very balanced, and the immunity is weak. Or, after a recent illness, there may also be additional reflections on the fingernails.