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Rickets in 18 months old boy

2017-04-30 07:33:54
Pth level high , serum calcium , phosphorus n vit-d levels low He is nt able to walk Why is d cause n how rickets can b cured ??? Any future complications will b there in his health???
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U need to consult with your pediatrician and start him on vitamin D therapy ASAP. It's not a dangerous condition and completely curable

Answered2017-04-30 15:02:46

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