Patient's question:
My baby is three and a half months old. Since the day before yesterday, I've noticed that he doesn't eat milk as much as before. He has been mixed feeding since birth. Previously, his daily milk intake was around 900 ML, but now it's only about 500-600 ML. However, his spirits are quite good. Is it possible that my baby is sick? Additionally, my baby is calcium-deficient. Is it due to the calcium deficiency, or is he now getting tired of the formula? What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Hello; it is appropriate to add food for the child's condition! As for calcium supplementation: the correct method for calcium supplementation is to first take vitamin D under the guidance of a doctor. Generally, 5000 to 10000 units are taken orally daily. For severe rickets or diarrhea patients, vitamin D injections can be used instead, while also taking calcium tablets orally, 0.5 grams each time, 1 to 3 times daily. This can meet the child's calcium deficiency while ensuring their safety.