Symptoms of Rickets and the Scope of Pediatric Surgery

Rickets is a clinical condition caused by a deficiency of active vitamin D in the body, leading to abnormal calcium and phosphorus metabolism. Early symptoms include neurological issues such as irritability and excessive sweating, followed by deformities in the skull and ribs. As children grow, they may be left with varying degrees of skeletal deformities, such as bow legs.
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Symptoms of Rickets Due to Vitamin D Deficiency

Infants aged 3-6 months may have softening of the skull, with a sensation of pressing on the occiput like a ping-pong ball; by 6 months, swelling in the wrists and ankles may appear, resembling bracelets; at 8-9 months, the skull may be easily concave or saddle-shaped, with delayed closure of the anterior and posterior fontanelles; teeth eruption may be delayed and irregularly aligned.
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The Appearance of Breastfeeding Baby’s Stool

Breastfed babies typically have well-formed, yellow-colored stool. However, in abnormal situations, parents should be aware of whether the baby is experiencing digestion issues due to catching a cold or infection. If diagnosed with a digestive disease, timely treatment and attention to diet and hygiene should be taken.
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