Question
In recent days, a 17-month-old baby has been constantly crying and has a decreased appetite, along with poor mood. The baby has never received treatment, and I hope to understand the cause accurately.
Answer
Based on your description, it is possible that the baby may have deficiencies in calcium and zinc. These nutritional deficiencies may cause the baby to cry, especially at night, while zinc deficiency can affect taste, leading to the baby’s aversion to food. It is recommended to take the baby to the hospital for a trace element check to see if there is a lack of calcium and zinc. Generally, infants should start supplementing calcium two weeks after birth. In daily life, you can give the baby more calcium and zinc-rich foods such as milk, soy products, lean meat, as well as vegetables and fruits. I hope my explanation helps, and wish the baby a speedy recovery!