Question
The child has experienced twitching multiple times, and after being diagnosed by a doctor and taking gluconate calcium, they have developed diarrhea. The mother has been taking New Chapter Calcium Magnesium tablets and is inquiring whether to discontinue any medication, as lactase tablets have already been provided.
Answer
It is not necessarily calcium deficiency that causes twitching in newborns after seven to eight days, unless the mother is severely deficient in calcium. It is unlikely for twitching to occur at such an early stage unless there are other factors such as hydrocephalus or intracranial hemorrhage. It is recommended to further investigate the cause of the child’s twitching. Personally, I believe it is not necessarily due to calcium deficiency, and it is advisable to undergo a neurological examination at the hospital.Brain CT scans or EEGs may be necessary if required. Currently, the child can stop taking gluconate calcium, and if diarrhea occurs, lactase can be used. Montmorillonite can also be considered. If breastfeeding, the mother should reduce her intake of fatty and sugary foods.