Question

A two-year-old child has been diagnosed with an abnormal chest deformity. They have previously taken calcium tablets but had to discontinue treatment due to frequent colds, and recently there has been a protrusion in the chest. Is it too late to start calcium supplementation now?

Answer

  1. It is recommended to check the baby’s blood alkaline phosphatase activity or blood vitamin D levels and provide treatment based on the test results.
  2. For babies with vitamin D deficiency, it is suggested to take Econamine and complement with calcium preparations such as Gavixin or calcium gluconate.
  3. If the baby has recently shown poor appetite, it may be related to viral infection, and antiviral treatment should be initiated along with medication to regulate gastrointestinal function.
  4. Pay attention to chest expansion exercises and strengthen chest muscle training in daily life.