Question
A 5-year-old child often feels leg pain, especially in the morning, and now also at night. What could be the cause of this situation?
Answer
The leg pain in a 5-year-old child could be caused by two factors: 1. Pain due to bone development in children; 2. Pain caused by calcium deficiency in children. Regardless of the cause, calcium supplementation should be considered. Here are some guidelines: 1. Administer Vitamin D2 injection at 200,000 international units intramuscularly, once a month for three consecutive months. Take 5 milliliters of calcium gluconate orally, three times a day, which is effective for calcium supplementation; 2. Pay attention to a balanced diet and avoid picky eating. Include meat, eggs, dairy products, vegetables, and fruits in the diet.