Patient's question:
My baby is 14 months old, and they have grown 6 teeth. Also, they haven't been growing as fast as before. I want to ask if they might be missing something.Past treatment history and effectiveness: Had their trace elements checked.
The help I am seeking: I would like to consult about this. Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
Your situation, the possibility of your baby being calcium-deficient is high.At the age of 2.5, a baby's milk teeth are basically fully grown. It could be due to calcium deficiency, or it might be hypothyroidism. It's recommended to have a thorough medical check-up for blood calcium or T3, T4.
In daily life, apart from consuming animal protein-rich foods such as meat, eggs, and poultry, it's advisable to eat more foods rich in fat and carbohydrates (such as starch, sugars, etc.), and also appropriately increase the intake of soy products, vegetables, fruits, and other foods. As long as the diet is nutritionally balanced and conducive to digestion and absorption, combined with appropriate exercise, your baby can become stronger.