Patient's question:
Before the age of 3, if a child has obvious inward and outward bone deviation, can it be completely restored? It's also very noticeable when standing and touching. Can it be completely restored? What specific medication should be taken? Should it be D3 or vitamin AD, or fish oil? What kind of calcium is best?Doctor's answer:
Your child's condition is a sequelae of rickets, which is related to a lack of vitamin D after birth. Currently, the ribs have already deformed, and the possibility of complete recovery on their own is unlikely. If the child is not currently deficient in vitamin D, medication may not be necessary. As the child grows older, rib flaring can be addressed with calcium supplements, but it may not be completely restored. Cod liver oil is vitamin AD drops and can be taken until the age of 3. Calcium can be chosen from gluconate calcium or calcium carbonate, and they should be taken in combination with adequate sun exposure and a diet rich in calcium.