Question
An 8-year-old boy has had his upper limbs convulse and fingers straighten towards the palm of his hand while sleeping at night, with foam coming out of his mouth. This has happened three times. Could this be due to calcium deficiency?
Answer
Hello, generally speaking, a lack of calcium may lead to similar symptoms. It is recommended to increase the intake of calcium-rich foods such as warm milk, green peppers with pork liver, fish meat, mushrooms, etc. Additionally, consider traditional Chinese medicine treatment, along with appropriate exercise and sun exposure to gradually improve the condition. It is important to note that if pediatric epilepsy is not treated promptly or the treatment method is incorrect, the condition may worsen rapidly, posing serious harm to the child. Therefore, it is advised that parents closely monitor their child’s situation and seek medical attention promptly.