How to know if the baby is lacking calcium?

Patient's question:

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"Great, how can I know if my baby is calcium deficient? If the child is calcium deficient, is it helpful for the mother to take calcium supplements and then breastfeed the baby? Previous treatment history and effectiveness: None
What kind of help do I need: My baby is only two months old. How can I know if my baby is calcium deficient? If the child is calcium deficient, is it helpful for the mother to take calcium supplements and then breastfeed the baby?"

Doctor's answer:

From your description, your child is only 2 months old. If there is a recurrence of night terrors or ( refers to bald spots on the back of the head due to rubbing against the pillow), it may be a sign of calcium deficiency. Additionally, you can have your child tested for trace elements, which can help diagnose the extent of the calcium deficiency.
By observing and conducting a thorough examination, the calcium deficiency can be diagnosed. If there is indeed a calcium deficiency, treatment can be administered through oral calcium granules, among other methods. The mother can also take calcium supplements, which can then be passed to the child through breast milk to help with calcium supplementation.

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