What is Rickets in Children?

Rickets is a disease primarily caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, and its main manifestations include square head, pigeon chest, and X or O-shaped legs. Treatment mainly involves timely supplementation of vitamin D, and it is important to engage in outdoor activities, get plenty of sunlight, which helps the skin synthesize vitamin D and promote calcium absorption. It is also essential to enhance feeding to ensure an adequate intake of nutrients and maintain a balanced diet.
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