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2025-03-22 18:25:20
Hi, my Son is approx 7 years old and has got white marks on nails. Please suggest some calcium supplements for his daily needs. He's already having 2 glasses of milk and 1 bowl of curd daily. Thanks
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This may not be due to calcium deficiency Kindly share a picture Visit a dermatologist

Answered2025-03-23 08:35:48

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Visit the pediatrician for examination of nails and proper doagnost

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You can give syrup Calcimax plus 5 ml twice a day. Give a healthy balanced diet. Visit a pediatrician for check up if no improvement.

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So sometimes white marks are a common finding , if it is big in size or number then some vitamin or mineral deficiency Better to include five important components in food per day 1. Dairy 2. Gree veggies 3. Protein source 4. Fat source 5. Carb source It should be present in food every day
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White marks on nails (leukonychia) in a 7-year-old child can have various causes. The management depends on the underlying cause. Calcium deficiency rarely causes white nails.Excess calcium intake is not good for health.kindly consult Paediatrician for examination and treatment.

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