Question
A two-month-old baby has experienced hair loss after taking gluconate of calcium and zinc oral liquid. Why is this happening? Are there any solutions?
Answer
Hair loss in a two-month-old baby may be due to hot weather, excessive sweating, or a deficiency of vitamin A, rather than being related to the intake of gluconate of calcium and zinc oral liquid. If the baby is breastfeeding normally, vitamin AD drops can be administered orally to promote calcium absorption, and there is no need for additional calcium supplementation. At the same time, parents should pay attention to the baby’s daily care, keeping the scalp clean and dry to reduce hair loss.