Question
The baby is one and a half years old, with slightly curved legs, no pigeon chest, and is robust in growth. However, the baby rarely gets sunlight, could it be calcium deficiency? Do I need to take both calcium tablets and cod liver oil, or can I just take one?
Answer
Hello, pigeon chest is a softening of the bones caused by vitamin D deficiency in rickets. It is recommended that you take your baby to the hospital to check their vitamin D intake. For correction, exercises such as prone leg lifting and chest expansion can be performed. If the baby is still young, encourage them to crawl more, as they will naturally perform this action. Practicing this multiple times a day can alleviate symptoms. Wishing the baby a speedy recovery and a healthy body and life.