Patient's question:
A 10-month-old female infant always has difficulty sleeping at night, waking up 8-9 times. Sometimes, she wakes up crying with sweat all over her body. This has been going on for over two months. When she wakes up, if she is not held, her crying becomes very agitated.Test results: No abnormalities. She has not been taking calcium and cod liver oil for about two months. What could be the reason, and does it have anything to do with brain development?
Doctor's answer:
I'll explain your question. Based on the situation you described, it is likely related to a lack of calcium. A deficiency in calcium can increase the excitability of the nerves, leading to nighttime restlessness and frequent awakenings. Currently, it seems unrelated to brain development, as this stage of growth is rapid, and the body supplies more calcium, making it inappropriate to stop taking calcium and cod liver oil. It is recommended to focus on digesting calcium and vitamin D3. If possible, take the baby outdoors for sunlight exposure.