What causes white spots on children’s nails?

If white spots appear on a child's nails, the child may not have other symptoms yet, but this problem must be taken seriously, because it is very likely a sign of a problem with the child's internal organ health. For example, problems with the digestive system can cause abnormal nails. Another possible reason is that the child lacks trace elements, which is prone to occur in children with abnormal diets. In addition, the following factors should be considered when white spots appear on a child's nails.

What causes white spots on children’s nails?

Digestive system problems

Fingernails are directly related to the stomach and intestines. When there are some abnormalities on the fingernails, it means that there are some problems with the stomach and intestines. Similarly, if the baby has a poor digestive system or indigestion, many white spots will appear on the fingernails. You need to take the child to the hospital for examination in time to see what the problem is ~ to avoid more serious situations and bring adverse effects on the child's growth and development.

Lack of trace elements

If the body lacks certain trace elements, white spots or white stripes will appear on the nails, but not in large numbers. Parents need to take their children to the hospital for a trace element test.

Zinc deficiency

Among the 14 essential trace elements currently confirmed by the World Health Organization (WHO), zinc ranks first.

If the child has other symptoms, such as dull skin, dry and yellow hair, poor appetite, slow growth and development, decreased immune function, and easy illness, it may be that the child is zinc deficient.

The best way to solve the problem of zinc deficiency in children is to have a balanced diet. They should eat more zinc-rich foods on a daily basis, including oysters, pork liver, fish, beef, spinach, nuts and all cereals. If zinc deficiency is severe, you can take it with the highly effective and safe nutritional supplement - Xiangming Zinc and Selenium Tablets to enhance the absorption of zinc and improve the absorption rate. Generally, taking Xiangming Zinc-Selenium Tablets for about two months can improve the symptoms of zinc deficiency in children.

Calcium deficiency

Some parents have reported that their children are easily awakened during night sleep, sweat a lot, and suffer from leg pain and cramps after strenuous exercise. These are all manifestations of calcium deficiency. Children can regularly eat calcium-rich foods, such as shellfish, soybeans, milk, nuts, kelp, beef, etc.

In addition, sunbathing can effectively help children absorb calcium. It is best to spend two hours outdoors every day, which can not only enhance physical fitness but also prevent rickets.

Ascaris infection

If your child has white spots on his nails and often has stomach pains, it may be that he has roundworms in his stomach. This situation is more common in children around ten years old. Experts remind parents that they should take their children to the hospital as soon as possible to determine whether deworming is needed.

anemia

If the child is prone to dizziness and lack of strength, has a pale or dark yellow face, and has white lips and nails, parents need to take the child to the hospital for tests to determine the type and cause of anemia.

Although there is no clear medical explanation for white spots on the nails, if a child shows the above symptoms, it is recommended that he or she go to the hospital for examination so that early detection and treatment can be carried out.