A 6-month-old baby has been shaking their head while sleeping at night since birth. Despite taking cod liver oil and calcium gluconate, there has been no improvement. This could be an early symptom of rickets due to calcium deficiency. It is recommended to supplement with Vitamin A&D and adequate calcium supplements under the guidance of a local pediatrician, and to expose the baby to sunlight appropriately to promote the generation of endogenous Vitamin D3.
Children may experience restless sleep and frequent waking up at night, crying and fussing, which might be due to an immature nervous system or calcium deficiency.
Discuss whether a chest value of 11.5 in a newborn jaundice test is within the normal range and provide corresponding medical advice.
Newborns may cry loudly during convulsions, which often occur in the evening and could be caused by calcium deficiency.
Baby’s night crying, head shaking, and excessive sweating may be symptoms of calcium deficiency, requiring bone density and vitamin D levels to be checked.
Inquire about appropriate calcium and iron supplementation methods for infants with severe calcium deficiency and anemia.
Persistent straining in babies may be related to calcium deficiency. It is recommended to undergo relevant examinations and possibly supplement with vitamin D or calcium. Oral cod liver oil can be considered to help improve the condition.
Discuss the potential causes of a 23-month-old child’s unfused fontanelle and its potential impact on intellectual development.
Explore the possible causes of hair loss in a 14-month-old baby, including trace element deficiencies, and provide corresponding medical advice.
Explore the possible reasons for hand swinging in a two-month-old baby during sleep, including neurodevelopment and calcium deficiency, and provide corresponding medical advice.
