Patient's question:
My child is two years old now. Recently, I've noticed that he wakes up between 1 and 2 a.m. and doesn't go back to sleep. Sometimes he plays for 2 to 3 hours before falling asleep again. The next morning, he still gets up early (around 6 to 7 a.m.), and he doesn't nap during the day (though he's quite energetic).Note: If he wakes up in the middle of the night and the lights are turned off, he cries and says he's scared (though I haven't been scaring him recently). I won't even mention how the adults aren't sleeping well. At this age, he should be sleeping, but why isn't he? Am I worried he'll suffer if this continues for too long? This has been happening for several days now. I'm desperate for help from relevant experts or doctors. Thank you...
Doctor's answer:
Your condition may be caused by a lack of calcium. It is recommended to supplement with calcium, which can be done in two ways: taking calcium supplements and dietary calcium. The most common and traditional calcium-rich foods are dairy products, which not only contain a high amount of calcium but are also easily absorbed. Dairy products are also rich in minerals and vitamins, including vitamin D, which can promote calcium absorption and utilization. Yogurt is another excellent calcium-rich food. It not only helps with calcium supplementation but also contains beneficial bacteria that can regulate intestinal function, making it suitable for all age groups. For those who dislike milk or are lactose intolerant, they can consume more alternative foods such as oysters, nori, cabbage, cauliflower, Chinese cabbage, daikon radish, kale, and spinach.