Question
When my baby was two and a half months old, I noticed that the bones on both sides of the forehead were slightly protruding, and later found that the forehead itself was protruding. After searching online, I learned that it’s a sign of rickets, which is caused by a lack of calcium. Moreover, the baby’s hair growth is slower, especially at the back of the head. At two months old, hair grew five millimeters, but now at three and a half months, it’s still about the same length. Is this flat head a sign of rickets? What will happen? I’m really worried! What should I do?
Answer
Hello, for a baby who is three and a half months old and has developed a flat head with slow hair growth, this is indicative of a calcium and zinc deficiency. In such cases, it is necessary to promptly administer calcium gluconate oral solution and zinc gluconate oral solution. Additionally, giving the baby some cod liver oil (which contains abundant vitamins A and D) will help with the absorption and utilization of calcium and zinc. Also, taking the baby out to get some sunlight regularly is beneficial for calcium absorption and utilization.