Patient's question:
The baby is two months old. Lately, the baby has been crying frequently and not eating well. Occasionally, the legs and feet move uncontrollably. At first, I thought it was hunger, but even when feeding, the baby refuses to eat. I would like to consult about what is baby hypocalcemia?Doctor's answer:
This may be related to hypocalcemic convulsions, which are caused by various factors leading to a decrease in the concentration of calcium ions in the blood, resulting in increased excitability of nerves and muscles. Finally, rhabdomyospasm and generalized smooth muscle spasm are a group of clinical symptoms. The symptoms of neonatal hypocalcemia vary greatly and do not necessarily correlate with blood calcium levels. The main symptoms are increased excitability of nerves and muscles, including twitching of hands and feet, focal, hemispheric, or generalized convulsions. Monitoring body temperature and testing serum electrolytes are necessary for an accurate diagnosis.