Patient's question:
Pectus excavatum, protruding forehead, large head, slightly hunched back. It wasn't until 6 months that I noticed something was a bit abnormal, but I never really cared. How is rickets treated?Doctor's answer:
General infantile rickets are usually caused by a lack of vitamin D. For your child, who has been more than a week old, the following preventive measures can be adopted during treatment: get more sun exposure in summer and autumn, and take vitamin D supplements in winter and spring. Nutritional intake should also be enhanced.If the child is suffering from rickets, the family must take the child to see a doctor immediately for treatment to prevent the use of blind medication to alleviate symptoms. For parents, it is important to closely observe any changes in the child's symptoms and provide timely support for treatment.