Patient's question:
Four and a half months, slept well after 12 a.m., uneasy in the first half of the night, waking up after sleeping for a while, then sleeping again after half an hour, waking up again after two minutes. Currently drinking only milk, adding three packs of prescribed heat-clearing packets per day, having a bowel movement once every two days. Past treatment history...Doctor's answer:
Restless sleep at night, waking up every hour, then sleeping for half an hour before waking up again after two minutes. The condition is likely caused by calcium deficiency. It is recommended to have the hospital conduct a thorough check of trace elements and then supplement calcium accordingly.Guidance on calcium supplementation:
1. Expose the baby to sunlight more often. Breastfeeding mothers should consume foods rich in calcium, which can reduce the calcium content in breast milk, providing some calcium supplementation for the infant.
2. Calcium supplements should not be mixed with milk. When calcium mixes with milk, it forms small lumps, interfering with digestion. Calcium and cod liver oil should be taken at least half an hour after feeding.
3. It is best to give calcium supplements to children in the morning, half an hour to one hour after breakfast, as the body absorbs it more easily. In the afternoon, it is recommended to take it around 5-6 PM or after dinner.
It is advisable to return to the hospital for a follow-up check of trace elements as needed.
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