Question
A 15-month-old girl is experiencing symptoms of ribcage deformity, and the doctor has recommended an injection of Vitamin D3 (300,000 units). Her sleep and sweating have improved since then, but the problem has recurred recently. The parent learned from a book that the child’s daily calcium supplement should be 600 milligrams, but various calcium product instructions suggest dosages ranging from 200 to 300 milligrams. How should one supplement an appropriate amount of calcium for the child?
Answer
Ribcage deformity is typically caused by a lack of calcium. It is recommended to supplement the child with cod liver oil and calcium gluconate oral solution, taking one dose each in the morning and afternoon. At the same time, focus on adding calcium-rich foods to the child’s diet, such as milk, yogurt, legumes, fish, and shrimp, especially shrimp roe. Encourage the child to get plenty of sunlight to promote calcium absorption. When supplementing with calcium, it is important to note intermittent supplementation, every…