Patient's question:
My daughter is only four months old this year. She used to have, but recently I noticed that there are bumps on both sides of her head and ears. She often sweats cold hands. Is this caused by calcium deficiency? How can it be prevented?Doctor's answer:
In clinical practice, babies who are calcium-deficient often exhibit symptoms such as convulsions, or they may have bald spots on the back of their heads, or they may not sleep peacefully. In such cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly for diagnosis and treatment. However, in reality, many babies appear to be calcium-deficient, but this is not always the case. Most babies are actually deficient in vitamin D, which is what we commonly see in clinical practice as vitamin D deficiency rickets.