Question
A 12-month-old child is experiencing severe sweating, diagnosed as iron deficiency anemia after examination. Additionally, the child often sweats during sleep. Parents want to know if this is related to other nutritional deficiencies.
Answer
Firstly, consider the possibilities of calcium deficiency, diabetes, or thyroid disease. It is recommended to adjust the indoor temperature and humidity, ensure the child is dressed appropriately without being too warm, and encourage the child to drink warm water. The diet should be light and avoid spicy foods. Under the guidance of a doctor, calcium supplementation can be considered. If the child sweats excessively after sleep, it may be due to a disorder in the autonomic nervous system, with part of the cause possibly related to calcium deficiency. It is suggested to bring the child to the hospital for blood tests, including blood sugar and thyroid hormone levels, to determine the specific cause and receive appropriate treatment.