Consultant Pediatrician and Neonatologist
Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

• What is the main cause of rickets (soft bones)?

Severe deficiency in Vitamin D, which is responsible for absorbing calcium and phosphorus from their dietary sources.

• What are the symptoms of rickets?
  • Weakness in the bones of the arms, legs, pelvis, and spine.
  • Bone fractures.
  • Stunted growth and short stature.
  • Delayed tooth eruption.
  • Muscle weakness.
• What happens if a child is left untreated?
  • It can lead to spinal fractures, causing paralysis.
  • Spinal curvature and loss of permanent teeth.