Question
What are the early symptoms of rickets in children?
Answer
The early symptoms of rickets include obvious shortened limbs, an abnormally large head circumference, a prominent forehead, chest deformities, weight loss, delayed intellectual development, frequent crying and fussiness, restless sleep at night, decreased appetite, excessive sweating, delayed tooth eruption, sparse hair, and a slow ability to stand. Additionally, they may lack interest in their surroundings.