Question
Why might an 8-month-old baby’s ribs stick out? Is this a symptom of rickets? Can the baby fully recover after treatment?
Answer
Ribs sticking out in an 8-month-old baby may be caused by calcium deficiency. If necessary, a test for trace elements can be conducted for confirmation. After confirmation, treatment can be carried out according to the treatment plan. You can give the baby infant cod liver oil drops and calcium gluconate oral solution, or use Dikang Calcium for treatment. In case of indigestion and diarrhea, active treatment is needed to avoid affecting calcium absorption. Exposing the baby to sunlight more often also helps in calcium absorption.