Patient's question:
A 7-month-old baby is calcium-deficient and often cries at night. We have tried various calcium products, but since the baby refuses to eat them, each feeding is like a fight. Therefore, we would like to consult about calcium supplements on the market that come in capsule form, similar to fish oil. We think this might be easier to feed, so we would like to ask experts if such calcium is suitable for infants. If it is, which type is better? Thank you — a worried motherDoctor's answer:
For babies with mild calcium deficiency, dietary supplements can be used, but the effect of dietary supplements is relatively poor. If the calcium deficiency is severe, you can give the baby Calcium tablets, which are easy to absorb and have no side effects. The calcium supplementation effect is very good. Pay attention to getting more sun in daily life, which is beneficial for generating vitamin D and promoting calcium absorption.