Question
An 11-month-old male infant, weighing 10 jin at birth and now 24 jin, experiences nighttime sleep disturbances starting from 2 a.m. He requires soothing to fall asleep and is easily awakened, continuing until 6 a.m. What could be the possible reasons for this condition?
Answer
Based on the description, the child’s condition does not appear abnormal. It is recommended to continue with calcium supplementation treatment. The correct method of calcium supplementation should be under medical guidance. Firstly, vitamin D should be taken orally at a dose of 5,000 to 10,000 units per day. For patients with severe rickets or diarrhea, vitamin D can be switched to injection form, while calcium tablets of 0.5 grams each are taken orally 1 to 3 times a day. This not only meets the child’s calcium needs but also ensures safety.