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Vitamin D Deficiency

Low levels of vitamin D can make the bones brittle, thin, and malformed. Vitamin D deficiency is the primary reason for rickets in children. The signs and symptoms of rickets are thinning of the skull bone, bowlegs, knock-knees, beaded chest, distorted hip bone, and kyphoscoliosis.

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Why does my 19-month-old son's heart race while sleeping?

Query: Hi doctor, My 19-month-old son had blood work done. His alkaline phosphatase level was over 4000 IU/L. What does that mean? He barely breathes while sleeping with his heart racing. He also has decreased appetite, always touches the lower back of his head, and remains uncoordinated.  Read Full »

Dr. Parmar Vishal Himatlal

Dr. Parmar Vishal Himatlal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I got your concern. As blood pressure remains high with abnormal values in the report, it may indicate kidney problems with possible vitamin D deficiency. I need more history and workup for comments. Kindly connect online for more concerns. Thank you.  Read Full »

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