Question
My baby is 45 days old and breastfed. She has difficulty falling asleep during her afternoon nap. She is clearly tired but cannot fall asleep and keeps crying. She prefers to be held and constantly rubs her head. Could it be due to a calcium deficiency? Can such a young child have a calcium deficiency? The mother has been taking calcium supplements and drinking milk. Can the hospital urine test detect this? What should be supplemented if it is a calcium deficiency? I am waiting for a reply, thank you!
Answer
Based on your description of your child’s condition, it is suspected that the child may have a calcium deficiency. It is recommended to immediately visit a regular pediatric hospital for examination and treatment. Conduct a detailed examination of the child’s blood trace elements to confirm if there is a deficiency in trace elements. Once confirmed, timely supplementation should be initiated. The child’s rubbing of the head might be due to hygiene issues, so it is advised to maintain good hygiene for the child and closely monitor the child’s condition.