Patient's question:
Son, 6.5 years old, 18th birthday, height 1.2 meters, net weight 21.5 kilograms. Doesn't eat dinner well. Checked trace elements: calcium ion content 1.590 should be 1.68-2.30. Iron ion content 6.93 should be 7.52-11.8. Do I need to supplement calcium and iron? Should it be dietary or medication?Past treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of help is needed: Don't know how to supplement, should it be dietary or medication. Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
If children are deficient in iron, it is best to rely on dietary supplements. Eat more iron-rich foods, such as animal liver. Generally speaking, the utilization rate of heme iron in meat and internal organs is relatively high, which is most beneficial for iron digestion. Therefore, it is recommended to give children more of these foods. Supplements and similar products are not advisable for young children. In addition to eggs, dates, and other foods are all acceptable. The diet for children should be balanced. It is also a good idea to take children out for sun exposure to increase absorption and boost their immunity.