Patient's question:
My baby's hair is particularly thin, feeling almost like there's none at all. The hair that has grown is also very yellow in color. However, a baby of the same age has already grown thick and black hair. I took her for a checkup, but no nutritional deficiencies were found. It's really strange.What kind of help is needed: My baby is already 5 months old, but she hasn't grown any hair yet. What should I do?
Doctor's answer:
The symptoms mentioned above in the child have persisted for 5 months, but there has been no hair growth. It is possible that this could be due to calcium or zinc deficiency. It is recommended that you have a trace element test conducted to make a diagnosis.Sufficient deep sleep is also very important for the baby's hair growth. Lack of sleep can easily lead to poor appetite, frequent crying, and illness in the baby, indirectly interfering with hair growth. Additionally, appropriate exposure to sunlight is also very beneficial for the baby's hair growth. Ultraviolet rays can enhance blood circulation in the scalp and stabilize hair quality.