Question
It’s been a while since I’ve supplemented calcium, and I’ve been feeling unsteady on my feet lately. Besides bad breath, what medication should I take? Past treatment and effectiveness: No treatment has been received. Desired assistance: I want to know how often children should take calcium supplements.
Answer
For a two-year-old who is walking unsteadily, this could be a sign of calcium deficiency. It’s best to have the child checked for trace elements to make an accurate diagnosis. Generally, children need to continue calcium supplementation until around three years old, which can be taken intermittently but the interval should not be less than three months. As for bad breath, it might be caused by indigestion. You can give the child some children’s stomach and digestion tablets, or use chicken gizzards to boil water for the child to drink, to promote absorption and prevent bad breath. I hope my explanation helps, and wish your baby grows up healthy!