Patient's question:
The baby is 1.5 weeks old, walking with in-toeing. At first, it was only one foot, but now both feet have it. X-rays can show abnormalities, but the doctor didn't say anything. However, it seems to be getting worse recently. How can it be corrected?Doctor's answer:
Many children's lower legs are slightly bent before the age of 2, and they will straighten out later. Some children may appear to have a certain degree of pigeon-toed feet. In typical cases, a child's pigeon-toed feet will disappear after the age of 7. No treatment is needed. In rare cases, O-shaped legs or pigeon-toed feet may be caused by diseases and require medical treatment.Advice: Vitamin D deficiency rickets can lead to O-shaped legs, so it is essential to take vitamin D supplements before the age of 3 to prevent deficiency. The recommended daily dosage is 400 units.