Question
My child is 4 years old. A few days ago, they had a cold with fever and cough. Now they no longer have a fever, but there is a little cough. They have been taking Azithromycin for three days. Recently, they have been feeling tired easily, lacking energy, and sweating excessively. What could be the cause? What treatment should be used?
Answer
Hello! This situation is often due to a calcium deficiency. It’s best to actively undergo checks. Considering it may be related to a deficiency in trace elements like calcium, it is recommended to have a blood trace element test at the hospital for diagnosis and to rule out other diseases. Treatment for calcium deficiency: calcium gluconate tablets (dissolve in water before oral intake) can be used, and vitamin D supplements (such as Eicosapentanoic acid or vitamin D drops) should be taken simultaneously to promote calcium absorption.