Rickets

Question 1

Define the term Rickets

Answer 1

Rickets is the softening and weakening of bones in children, usually due to a vitamin D deficiency

Question 2

True or false: Can Rickets be reversed

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What are the symptoms of Rickets

Answer 3

1. Delayed growth and missed milestones
2. Muscle weakness
3. Pain in spine, pelvis and legs
4. Pain when playing or changing nappies
5. Swollen wrists or ankles
6. Breast bone and collar bone stick out
7. Bowed or knock knees

Question 4

Causes of Rickets

Answer 4

Lack of Calcium, Vitamin D and phosphorus

Question 5

What are non medical ways of preventing Rickets

Answer 5

1. Spend time in the sun
2. Include calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D in the diet
3. Take vitamin D and calcium supplements
4. Eat salmon, tuna, fish oil and egg yolk