Symptoms of calcium deficiency in a one-and-a-half-year-old baby

  The growth of babies requires the supplementation of various nutrients, and the lack of one of these nutrients can lead to unhealthy growth, especially the deficiency of calcium. Many parents, due to their limited knowledge in this area, are unable to make normal judgments and want to understand the manifestations of calcium deficiency in their one-and-a-half-year-old babies.

  

Symptoms of calcium deficiency in a one-and-a-half-year-old baby1

  1. Decreased appetite: At one and a half years old, babies can eat a lot of essential food, but if parents suddenly notice that their baby has anorexia or a preference for food, they should consider whether the baby's body is caused by calcium deficiency. If the intake of calcium in the human body is insufficient, it can lead to loss of appetite, and in severe cases, it can cause immune function decline, intellectual disability, and seriously affect the growth of babies.

  2. Poor sleep: Calcium deficient babies often have difficulty falling asleep and entering deep sleep, often waking up suddenly at night and crying incessantly. If the baby has a hot temper and is not interested in the surrounding environment. And parents have also noticed that their babies are not as active as before. Sweating profusely is not related to body temperature, especially after the baby falls asleep, there will be a lot of sweat on the head, and the baby will constantly rub against the pillow, and a bald ring will be seen behind.

  3. Late teething: Some babies lack calcium, indicating slow or uneven tooth development, insufficient hardness, and difficulty chewing hard food.

  4. Eczema: Eczema is also related to calcium deficiency, commonly found on the head, face, and ears, accompanied by crying, restlessness, and excessive sweating on the back of the pillow.

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