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Vitamin D Deficiency

Low levels of vitamin D can make the bones brittle, thin, and malformed. Vitamin D deficiency is the primary reason for rickets in children. The signs and symptoms of rickets are thinning of the skull bone, bowlegs, knock-knees, beaded chest, distorted hip bone, and kyphoscoliosis.

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Please advise what has to be done based on my blood reports.

Query: Hello doctor, I am diabetic and also have cholesterol. My age is 45 years. I am taking the medicine K Glim M2 twice a day for diabetes and Rosuless 10 mg for cholesterol. Kindly suggest.  Read Full »

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Dr. Shazli Naseer

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I reviewed your results in detail (attachment removed to protect patient identity). My assessment are as follows: Vitamin D level is very very low for your age. This has a huge impact on diabetes control. Advise: Start over the counter Vitamin D supplement at least 5...  Read Full »

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