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My child is having rickets past 2 months

2017-06-27 08:05:42
My 6 years old son has rickets. His legs are bowed. Dr. Prescribed braces and exercise for him but he is not giving calcium and vit. D . I am worried that the deficiency of cal and vit d may increase. Pls suggest.
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Braces is must to prevent further deformity.
Next Steps
take physio therapy  for stretching of legs
Health Tips
vitamin d, calcium. rich diet, calcium shesche, please consult good pediatricia immediately.

Answered2017-06-27 09:26:40

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