Patient's question:
Description of the problem: The child has white spots on their nails and is picky about food. I don't know what element is lacking. Could it be a vitamin deficiency? If it is, what medication is best for supplementation? Can you recommend a few options? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
White spots or mica-like patches on the nails indicate a deficiency of calcium, silicon, and other trace elements, as well as the presence of parasites. Such individuals are prone to nervous sensitivity, irritability, and habitual constipation. White spots or flaky white patches on the nails may suggest a zinc deficiency or gastrointestinal issues or anemia. A rough, lackluster face with grooves, vertical lines, white spots, and abnormal proportions of health rings often indicates poor physical constitution. Although there is no clear medical explanation for the appearance of white spots on nails, in clinical practice, we have observed that some children with calcium and zinc deficiencies exhibit this condition. It is recommended that you take your child to the hospital for a trace element examination to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment.