Patient's question:
My baby has been born for five months, and there's still no change in his bones; they remain curled together, and his head also leans forward. I visited a doctor once before, who recommended giving him some liquid calcium. After a month, it's still the same. Is my baby's rickets caused by a deficiency in some substance?Doctor's answer:
The main reason for a child's rickets is the lack of sunlight, leading to vitamin D deficiency, which can cause symptoms such as delayed growth and development, weakened immunity, and severe cases may result in bone deformation. It is necessary to promptly address this by consuming vitamin D, getting more sunlight exposure, taking calcium supplements, and conducting regular check-ups. However, daily sunlight exposure for 1 to 2 hours is sufficient, and there is no need for it to be too long.