Patient's question:
The child has been shaking their head and sweating for three months. About the previous treatment and its effectiveness: Currently, they have been taking calcium supplements for over ten days. What kind of assistance is needed: Hello, is the head-shaking problem serious? How long does it take for calcium supplements to take effect...Doctor's answer:
Currently experiencing excessive sweating unrelated to temperature, especially sweating from the head during sleep, causing the child to constantly rub their head against the pillow. Over time, a bald spot can be seen at the back of the head. ② Irritability, lack of interest in the surrounding environment, and sometimes parents notice the child is less active than usual. ③ Night terrors, frequently waking up suddenly at night with prolonged crying. ④ Children over one year old may show delayed teething, with some still not having teeth at 18 months. The anterior fontanel may close later, often remaining open after 18 months. ⑤ Prominent forehead, forming a square skull. ⑥ Commonly associated with (beaded ribs), caused by a lack of vitamin D leading to fibrosis of the costal cartilage. The fibrotic cartilage connects the ribs like beads, often compressing the lungs and causing poor ventilation, making the child more prone to tracheitis and pneumonia.Many people do not understand what is the correct and effective way to supplement calcium. Some may say that calcium supplements contain only calcium, so they must be the best choice. In fact, this is not always the case. Calcium supplements mainly consist of inorganic calcium (calcium carbonate) or organic calcium (calcium gluconate), etc. The absorption rate of these artificially synthesized calcium preparations is not as ideal as that of lactose calcium. The absorption rate of lactose calcium can be as high as 40%, while many organic calcium preparations only have an absorption rate of about 20%. Although the absorption rate of inorganic calcium is close to that of lactose calcium, it has a greater impact on the digestive system, especially (unsuitable) for middle-aged and elderly people with weak digestive function. Therefore, supplementing calcium through high-calcium foods, such as formula milk powder containing lactose calcium, is the best choice. Vitamin D is the carrier that helps calcium to be metabolized in the bone marrow. Calcium tablets containing vitamin D can significantly increase the metabolic efficiency of calcium.
The above suggestions are for the issue of "Baby's examination shows signs of rickets, likes to shake head, and sweats a lot." It is hoped that this will be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!