Question
How should rickets be treated?
Answer
The treatment of rickets primarily involves supplementing with vitamin D, along with calcium. The treatment plan varies depending on the severity of the condition. Mild rickets can be treated with Eicosin, while moderate to severe cases may require high-dose vitamin D3 therapy, such as Yingkangli (Cholecalciferol Lactate). Yingkangli is a vitamin D3 lactate suspension containing 300,000 IU of vitamin D3, equivalent to the content in traditional vitamin D3 injections. It is taken by mixing the suspension with an appropriate amount of warm water, which can be consumed with milk, eliminating the need for injections or daily medication. The dosage and interval for preventive medication should be determined under a doctor’s guidance, as well as the dosage and interval for therapeutic medication. During the treatment process, it is important to avoid taking cod liver oil or calcium supplements containing vitamin D3. Additionally, when supplementing with calcium, attention should be given to factors such as the composition, content, absorption rate, dosage form, taste, whether it contains vitamin D, safety, and quality. Meanwhile, factors such as the timing of calcium supplementation, normal blood calcium levels and their relationship with calcium deficiency, issues related to calcium and zinc supplementation, and individual differences in the effectiveness of calcium supplementation should also be considered. When supplementing with calcium and vitamin D, it is essential to follow medical instructions and adjust according to actual circumstances.