Is My Baby’s Head a Bit Square? Could It Be Rickets?

A slightly square-shaped baby’s head is not necessarily a sign of rickets. It could be due to calcium deficiency, spleen weakness, or malnutrition. Rickets can cause symptoms such as slow growth, pigeon chest, and costochondral ossification. It is important to treat these symptoms promptly. It is recommended to take the child to a specialist for a second opinion and to receive treatment under a doctor’s guidance.
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