Patient's question:
My son has been born for two months. Recently, I noticed that his sternum and adjacent cartilage are protruding forward, forming a "pigeon chest" deformity. After a thorough examination at the hospital, the diagnosis was rickets. I would like to consult: Why did he get rickets? Can newborn rickets be cured?Doctor's answer:
Based on the situation you described above, the reason why the infant may have rickets should be due to a deficiency in vitamin D. If it is diagnosed as rickets, it is recommended that you undergo treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Generally, the treatment for rickets involves taking medications such as calcitriol. Most cases of rickets can be cured. It is generally advised to let the baby get more sun exposure, as this can promote calcium absorption. I hope the above information is helpful to you.