Question
Can severe calcium deficiency in infants lead to epilepsy? I recently noticed that my baby is frequently shaking her head rapidly from side to side.
Answer
Severe calcium deficiency may cause hypocalcemic tetany, but it usually does not lead to epilepsy. Epilepsy is caused by abnormal discharge in the brain. However, certain infant convulsions may develop into epilepsy. It is recommended to go to the hospital for blood biochemistry, blood calcium, and blood magnesium tests to diagnose the cause and receive symptomatic treatment.