RICKETS

Rickets is the softening of bones due to a lack of vitamin D, phosphorus, or calcium.

CAUSES

• Breast fed infants whose mothers were not exposed to sunlight
• A child whose diet doesn't contain vitamin D
• A child who is not exposed to sunlight

SYMPTOMS

• Pain in arms, pelvis, legs, and spine
• Decreased muscle tone
• Weakness
• Impaired growth
• Muscle cramps

TREATMENT

• Vitamin D supplements
• Corrective surgery
• Positioning or bracing
• Eat fish, liver, and processed milk
• Get some sunlight

FUN FACT