Patient's question:
The child currently has mild rickets. It was noticed that he has some pigeon chest and his legs appear slightly bent when walking. Can it be improved by supplementing with vitamin D?Doctor's answer:
Rickets is primarily caused by a deficiency in vitamin D, leading to bone deformation. If it occurs, symptoms may include easily waking up during sleep, irritability, and other signs, which are early manifestations of rickets. It is crucial to pay attention to these symptoms. For normal rickets, the dosage of vitamin supplementation should be 400 units. It can also be supplemented through food. You can also give your child vitamin D supplements or oral liquids that can treat rickets.