Patient's question:
My child is two and a half months old and severely calcium-deficient. The trachea has softened, and the chest is slightly sunken. I have visited Changchun Medical University Hospital three times. It's frustrating because they only say to supplement calcium and there's no other solution. My husband and I are very upset. Please tell me how serious this condition is and to what extent. What kind of help do I need: I want to know how to make my child healthy as soon as possible.Doctor's answer:
From the clinical diagnostic materials you purchased, it appears you have congenital stridor, medically known as laryngeal cartilage softening disease, or congenital laryngeal cartilage dysplasia. This is primarily caused by the underdevelopment of laryngeal cartilage in the fetus during pregnancy. It often reappears after a cold.1. Congenital stridor usually resolves on its own by the age of 2-3, and treatment is not necessary. Pay attention to prevention, avoiding exposure to cold and fright, to prevent recurrent respiratory infections and laryngeal spasms, which could worsen laryngeal obstruction. Adjusting the infant's position, such as lying on their side, can help alleviate symptoms.
2. Under the guidance of a local pediatrician, taking sufficient vitamin AD and gluconate calcium oral solution, along with adequate sun exposure, can slow down the condition and improve it.
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