Patient's question:
My son is around 1 year old. Recently, I noticed that his sternum and adjacent cartilage are protruding forward, forming a "pigeon chest" deformity. I went to the hospital for a check-up and was diagnosed with rickets. The doctor said that he can take some vitamin D regularly. I would like to ask, what is the recommended oral vitamin D dosage for preventing rickets?Doctor's answer:
If the appearance of the chicken breast is already severe, then vitamin D can promote calcium absorption, but a test must be conducted before taking the medication. If the calcium content is indeed low, calcium can be added, and if vitamin D is also added, the dosage must be determined according to the instructions. Since different manufacturers produce different medications, drinking milk before bed, getting more sunlight, avoiding junk food, and engaging in more outdoor activities can promote calcium absorption.