Question

A 5-month-old baby is showing a prolonged tendency to clench and use their fists, which concerns the parents, who are seeking professional medical advice.

Answer

Hello, I’m glad to provide you with an answer. According to your description, this phenomenon may be due to calcium deficiency. Calcium deficiency may be related to the baby’s tendency to clench and use their fists. If this occurs frequently, it is recommended to bring the child to the hospital for trace element testing and consider supplementing with calcium, cod liver oil, and vitamin AD. At the same time, encourage the child to get plenty of sunlight, and have a follow-up examination at the hospital after three months of supplementation.