Question
Is it a disease if a child sometimes stares blankly? Is it because something is missing in their body? Last year, after having a fever, my child’s fingers had white spots on their nails?
Answer
If a child does not often or occasionally stare blankly, it is not a disease; there is no need to worry. White spots or cloud-like patterns on the nails could indicate a deficiency in calcium, silicon, and other trace elements, along with parasitic infections. Such individuals are prone to nervousness and irritability, and may have habitual constipation. If white spots or cotton-like white spots reappear on the nails, it could be due to a zinc deficiency or gastrointestinal illness or anemia. Wishing the child a swift recovery and good health and happiness in life.