Symptoms and Treatment of Rickets in Children

Patient's question:

Symptoms and Treatment of Rickets in Children

Doctor's answer:

1, Dairy products are the best source of calcium for infants. In terms of calcium absorption, breast milk is the best, followed by formula milk, and then fresh milk.
2, When supplementing calcium, it is essential to also supplement Vitamin D to promote calcium absorption and utilization in the intestines. The ideal calcium supplementation method is to take Vitamin D and calcium separately.
3, During summer, when outdoor activities are more frequent, children over one year old can temporarily skip Vitamin D supplementation to avoid accumulation and potential toxicity in the body.
4, Infants have a low concentration of stomach acid, so it is best to choose organic calcium such as calcium gluconate or calcium lactate. After the age of 2-3, as stomach acid concentration gradually increases, inorganic calcium with higher calcium content, such as calcium carbonate, can be selected.
5, When sunbathing, do not do so behind glass windows, as very little ultraviolet light from the sun can penetrate them. Additionally, try to expose as much skin as possible to increase the skin's synthesis of Vitamin D.