Question

How to Treat Early Symptoms of Rickets in a One-Year-Old?

Answer

Based on the child’s symptoms, there are two treatment methods: one is to take oral vitamin D, 2000 units daily for one month, then switch to a preventive dose of 400 units; the other is to receive intramuscular injections of 20-30 units, alternating for three months and then switching to a preventive dose of 400 units per day. As the condition improves, the symptoms of frontal deformation will also improve accordingly.