Does rickets in children need calcium supplementation?

Patient's question:

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"Your child has been especially prone to sweating at night for half a month. Even when taking naps, they can't sleep well. After a thorough examination at the hospital, the doctor said it's rickets. I would like to ask if children with rickets need to supplement with calcium?"

Doctor's answer:

I. In daily life, it is important to frequently take children outdoors to bask in the sun. Do not rely on sun exposure through windows at home, as this is ineffective. The ultraviolet rays of the sun can promote skin synthesis of vitamin D and effectively help in the absorption of zinc, which can stabilize symptoms of rickets.
II. If a child suffers from rickets, medication can be administered. Under the guidance of a doctor, the child can take supplements of vitamin D and calcium as prescribed. This can help digest the vitamin D deficiency in the child's body and stabilize the symptoms of rickets.

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