Question
I have had congenital rickets since childhood and now need crutches to walk, and my physical condition is poor. Can rickets be treated without surgery?
Answer
Rickets, also known as calcium deficiency, is a common condition in infancy, caused by a lack of vitamin D leading to imbalances in calcium and phosphorus metabolism within the body, resulting in poor bone calcification. For moderate to severe cases of rickets, it is recommended to use cholecalciferol milk containing 300,000 IU of vitamin D3. During treatment, the milk should be mixed with an adequate amount of warm water, milk, or soy milk for consumption. The impact of rickets on children is significant, so parents should take their children to a regular hospital for a consultation as soon as they notice any related symptoms and pay attention to their child’s dietary issues, recommending the intake of light and easy-to-digest foods.