Patient's question:
From about 10 months, it has started shaking its head frequently. Previous treatment history and effectiveness: Haven't gone to the hospital, no allergies, no hereditary concerns. What kind of help is needed: This situation doesn't require treatment.Doctor's answer:
Babies who frequently shake their heads should be watched for rickets, also known as calcium deficiency, which is relatively common in infancy. It is a disease that causes disordered metabolism of calcium and phosphorus in the body due to a lack of vitamin D, leading to poor bone fibrosis. In the early stages, it manifests with mental symptoms such as restlessness, easily startled, excessive sweating, and baldness on the back of the head. Severe cases can lead to skeletal deformities. It often occurs in children under the age of 2, and parents should take early measures to prevent the recurrence of rickets.Advice: Health care treatment is needed, including giving the baby calcium supplements and vitamin D.