Question
The newborn is 43 days old, with small bumps on the face and yellow dandruff between the eyebrows. The baby’s sleep is unstable; when held, they will wake up if put down, and they will stretch in their sleep. Feeding and bowel movements are normal. What are the causes and solutions for these symptoms?
Answer
Newborns should start supplementing with 400 IU of vitamin D daily after 15 days to promote calcium absorption. Failure to do so may lead to calcium deficiency. Symptoms of calcium deficiency include excessive sweating, restless sleep, easy to be startled, and hair loss on the pillow. If these symptoms appear, it is important to check for trace elements in a timely manner at the hospital to confirm whether there is a calcium deficiency and its severity. After diagnosis, calcium supplementation therapy should be initiated.