Question
How do I handle my child’s nighttime scream? My daughter is 6 years old and screams loudly after falling asleep for 1-3 hours at night. She behaves normally during the day. Dr. Cao, can you help me figure out what to do?
Answer
The most common reason for a child’s nighttime scream is calcium deficiency. It is recommended to take the child to the hospital for a check-up. If calcium deficiency can be ruled out, it is advisable to understand whether the child has indigestion, if the environmental temperature is appropriate, or if the child has been startled during the day. Pediatric health issues have always been a concern for parents, and when treating this condition, it is important to consider general treatment methods. Parents can only help children recover from the illness as quickly as possible using proper methods, thus avoiding any impact on their growth and development. Therefore, parents should pay close attention to their child’s condition and seek medical treatment promptly.