Question
My child is four years old. Last night, he suddenly experienced severe foot pain in the middle of the night, crying uncontrollably. We rushed him to the county hospital in an emergency, but by the time we arrived, he suddenly stopped crying and was jumping around as if nothing had happened. The on-duty doctor advised us to observe him at home for a few days. Last year, there was a similar incident where he walked with a slight limp, and after taking calcium tablets as prescribed by the doctor, the condition improved. This time, the sudden onset of pain without warning has led to the question of whether it is still due to calcium deficiency, and how to address it.
Answer
Based on the description, it is recommended to increase the intake of foods rich in calcium such as fish, shrimp, eggs, milk, and lean meat. Additionally, considering giving a supplement of glucocorticoid acid calcium or carbonate calcium may be beneficial. At the same time, closely monitor the situation. Children are in a stage of rapid growth and development, requiring higher nutritional needs compared to adults. Appropriate supplementation of calcium is very important.