Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my 4-month-old baby always cries at night. Is it necessary to supplement calcium? How should I supplement calcium? Looking forward to your answer. Thank you.Doctor's answer:
During the growth process of infants, due to rapid physical development, the body requires a large amount of calcium ions. Therefore, calcium deficiency may occur in cases of supplementation deficiency or insufficient intake. Mild calcium deficiency can be addressed through dietary supplementation. For severe calcium deficiency or patients with clinical symptoms requiring treatment, systemic therapy can be administered according to the treatment dosage. Calcium is available in liquid, tablet, and powder forms. Generally, liquids are the primary solution for young infants, mainly because they are easy to consume and have a high absorption rate. Powders can also be used. Tablets have a higher content and are suitable for older children. It should be noted that while supplementing with calcium, vitamin D should be administered orally or via intramuscular injection to promote calcium absorption in the body. When treatment is effective, blood calcium levels return to the normal range or clinical symptoms disappear, medication can be discontinued, and dietary intake should continue to ensure adequate calcium levels.