A 6-month-old girl experienced severe dehydration and excessive urination after mistakenly receiving an adult bottle of vitamin D from her parents. The incident was diagnosed as kidney disease by Dr. Thai Thien Nam, Deputy Head of the Department of Nephrology and Dialysis at the National Children’s Hospital due to increased levels of blood calcium, ionized calcium, and a very high concentration of vitamin D3.
The child was treated with fluids and diuretics to compensate for the fluid loss, but continued to urinate frequently even after stopping all calcium and vitamin D products. The medical team planned for her to stay off these products for at least 6 months and undergo regular examinations to monitor for complications.
Vitamin D is essential for building strong bones and boosting the immune system in children, but when parents do not follow dosage instructions, it can lead to serious poisoning. The maximum recommended dose for vitamin D in children varies by age, and exceeding these limits can result in poisoning with symptoms appearing months or even years later. Parents should always consult a doctor before giving their children any supplements or medicines to avoid health risks.