Question

When my baby is about to fall asleep while breastfeeding, their head shakes unintentionally. I noticed this phenomenon a couple of days ago, and yesterday afternoon, when they were crying, their chin also trembled. Previous treatment and outcomes: When the baby was born, the doctor carefully examined and said there was a small amount of skin abrasion and aspiration. At that time, we were hospitalized for eight days, and the doctor discharged us on their own initiative, saying to come for a detailed check-up at one month. The follow-up CT scan showed that it had healed. I am seeking assistance: Is this current situation related to the skin abrasion and aspiration at birth? Do I need to have another CT scan done? Is CT radiation harmful to the child?

Answer

  1. It is recommended to take Vitamin A&D (concentrated cod liver oil drops) under the guidance of a local pediatrician to promote calcium absorption, consume calcium supplements (such as calcium gluconate oral solution), and get sufficient sun exposure to promote the formation of endogenous Vitamin D3, which will improve quickly. 2. CT scans have some radiation for children, but the impact is not significant; CT scans are safe in clinical practice. Additionally, MRI scans are safer. There is no need for imaging examinations for the baby.