Rickets in children: symptomsPhoto: Getty
Symptoms of rickets in children
Signs of rickets at different stages of the disease canbe different. Mild forms are characterized by: constant whims and crying, frequent awakenings at night; softness of the skull bones and slow overgrowth of the fontanelle; the appearance of bald spots on the head and brittle hair; increased sweating and slow motor development in the child. Rickets in children of moderate severity is caused by the following symptoms: an increase in the frontal and parietal parts of the head, which gives it an unusual shape; deformation of the chest, which either sinks in or protrudes like a "wheel", as well as curvature of the legs in the shape of the letter "X" or "O"; a voluminous belly, which in such children often looks like a "frog". During a severe form of the disease, its symptoms are already difficult to miss. They manifest themselves in the form of: severe deformations of the skull, chest and limbs (the baby's legs are in an unnatural position); · physical and mental developmental delays (the baby cannot get out of the crib, refuses to play); · difficulty breathing and increased heart rate. Attentive parents should "sound the alarm" and take the baby for examination at the first symptoms of the disease.
Treatment of rickets in children
A comprehensive approach will help cure this disease.treatment aimed at restoring the correct balance of calcium and phosphorus in the body. Considering the age of the baby, organize a suitable daily routine for him, in which sufficient time will be allocated for rest.
- In the room where the child sleeps, there should be no irritants (noise and bright light).
- Try to walk with him on the street more often and do not forget to ventilate the room for sleep. Visit with your baby special massage courses.
Rickets in infantsbreastfeeding, can be cured if the mother's diet is first improved. Her food should contain all the necessary proteins, fats and carbohydrates, and vitamin D should also be included in the daily diet. A bottle-fed baby should be given a milk formula that is similar in composition to breast milk. Also interesting:
