Patient's question:
The baby at home had another seizure yesterday, and they were weak each time. It took a few minutes to recover. What are the symptoms of rickets in children?Doctor's answer:
Rickets, also known as vitamin D deficiency rickets, is a systemic, chronic, nutritional disease characterized by bone inflammation, caused by the inability of vitamin D in infants, children, and adolescents to promote calcium and phosphorus metabolism. Sweating excessively while drinking milk during the day or during exercise is normal; it is not necessarily a deficiency. If the child suddenly cries or wakes up during naps at night, this may indicate mild calcium deficiency or early calcium deficiency, which can lead to night sweats and difficulty sleeping at night. This is a common condition where the costal cartilage needs an experienced doctor to make an accurate diagnosis. Symptomatic treatment is required, including giving the child vitamin D drops and calcium supplements to address the issue. Exposing the child to sunlight regularly helps with calcium absorption, and a diet rich in calcium-rich foods is beneficial.