What are the symptoms of low blood calcium in infants?

Low blood calcium in infants can lead to increased excitability, causing symptoms such as muscle cramps and difficulty in breastfeeding. Symptoms need to be taken seriously. Low blood calcium may affect the normal development and health of infants, and medical treatment should be sought in a timely manner and appropriate treatment should be taken. Possible symptoms include: 1) muscle symptoms; 2) nervous system symptoms; 3) skeletal system effects.

1) Muscle symptoms: When the baby's blood calcium is low, the increased excitability often manifests as muscle spasms in the face, hands and feet, and even laryngospasm. This symptom is called tetany, which may cause the baby to cry for a long time. Frequent muscle contractions will make the baby unwilling to eat and affect daily breastfeeding. Therefore, parents need to closely observe whether the baby shows abnormal muscle activity.

2) Neurological symptoms: Low blood calcium may affect the baby's nervous system, manifesting as irritability, inattention and even convulsions. Nervous excitement is mainly due to the impact on the stability of the nerve cell membrane, excessive electrical activity, and frequent nerve discharges. This state may have an adverse effect on the baby's neurological development if it continues, and timely drug treatment is required.

3) Effects on the skeletal system: Long-term low blood calcium may hinder the normal development of infant bones and increase the risk of rickets. Low blood calcium levels affect the deposition of calcium in the bones and soften the bones. Supplementing with adequate vitamin D and calcium is an important measure to prevent bone problems.

Low blood calcium in infants can cause a series of potentially serious health problems that need to be identified and treated early. Parents should proactively communicate with doctors and conduct necessary medical tests and interventions under professional guidance. Ensuring that infants have adequate calcium in their diet and paying attention to sun exposure can effectively prevent and improve the occurrence of low blood calcium symptoms. Regular physical examinations can help detect problems early so that timely countermeasures can be taken to ensure the healthy growth of infants.