HomeoRemedyDelayed closing of fontanels and late teething
- Late teething and difficulty with tooth rash
- Curvature or deformity of spine, long bones, or extremities
- Pot-bellied appearance in children
Overview
Rickets is a condition that causes the bones to soften and become deformed, especially in children. It is caused by a lack of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphorus, which are essential for healthy bone development.
Remedies often used
The right one depends on your exact symptoms, not just the name of the problem. The Remedy Finder compares them for you.
Rheumatic pains that are worse with motion and better with rest
- Numbness and crawling sensations
- Tendency towards perspiration and glandular enlargement
- Peevishness, flabbiness, cold extremities, and feeble digestion in anemic children
Large head and open fontanelles
- Large, misshapen head with open fontanelles
- Thin, emaciated child with sunken abdomen
- Delayed or difficult teething
Bone pain and softening
- Bone pain and tenderness
- Bone deformities or bowing
- Delayed tooth rash
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Fluoricum acidumSallow complexion and flabby, perspiring musclesSilicea terraOpen fontanelles, swollen and hot abdomen with profuse sour sweatingBaryta carbonicaMental and physical dwarfing, with enlarged tonsils and neck/throat glandsCalcarea fluoricaEnlargement and swelling of the parietal bones in infantsKreosotumVery rapid decay of teeth, with spongy, bleeding gums; teeth dark and crumblyArgentum nitricumCraving for sweetsBaryta muriaticaPale, dull, and rickety children who cannot stand without help
Not sure which fits? The app compares all 11 remedies against your symptoms.
Get the appSee a doctor if
- Severe bone pain or tenderness
- Difficulty breathing or chest pain
- Seizures or muscle spasms
- Delayed growth or development
- Persistent fever or infection
Everyday tips
- Ensure a diet rich in vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus, such as fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified dairy products
- Spend time outdoors in sunlight to help the body produce vitamin D
- Engage in weight-bearing exercises to promote healthy bone development
- Avoid excessive intake of soda and processed foods, which can interfere with calcium and phosphorus absorption
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