Turned out according to my lab tests that my vitamin D is low. i've been taking vitamin D supplements, vit C calcium daily plus 15 min sunshine exposure. How long before I start feeling better?
Vitamin D Insufficiency - Pain in several joints for a couple of months now?
Question posted by Amalnaggar on 26 Aug 2009
Last updated on 9 June 2020 by wmbfpz
16 Answers
wmbfpz
9 June 2020
I have heard that a study was done on people who had suffered broken bones as a result of a fall. This led through a series of body chemical analysis to the body cannibalising the bones to get the calcium.
The joint pain was also an associated symptom. It was a result of bad diet and a specific dietary cure was to take chicken cartilage which health shops sell or to get chicken joints and blend them and serve as part of a chicken soup which was better absorbed for elderly people.
If you can get any sun bathing in, even for a minute it will help you. Ginger haired people burn easily.
Sun and Vitamin D (from research done for victims of CV19
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The key is to do it when the SUN is above 45 degrees - over head is best as there is less atmosphere to absorb the Ultra-violet rays which cause the Vitamin production in the SKIN
Do it for half the time it would take you to burn. Don't use any protection sun cream as this prevents Vitamin D production. if you are white you only need to do for 10 - 20 minutes. This gives you around 20,000 IU Vitamin D.
Your skin creates the Vitamin D and it is then re-absorbed through the Skin so it is important NOT to wash all over for as long as possible to allow skin absorption. Wash hands face and nappy areas of course but let your skin do its job. If you want to sunbathe for longer then apply sun screen. Black people don't need it - see below.
Darker skinned people need to do it for longer - this is a major reason why they are more susceptible to chest infections, CV19, as they are usually Vitamin D deficient. Same is true for any house bound or care home bound patients. Whereas Ladies take children to school, shop, take dog for a walk, most men work in offices/factories where they get little sunlight. resulting in Vitamin D deficiency and so more susceptible to Man-Flu, CV19, flu's etc.
Supplements are like a sugar rush lasting for a peak over 2- 4 hours. So rather than take them in one dose, its better to take 10,000 at food times Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Supper, giving 40,000 for the day. Especially in Winter.
If like me you are over weight, your body fat reduces the Vitamin D released throgh teh Body Fat so you may still require supplemented Vitamin D.
Always check with your Dr / GP and work out whats the best for you in your current situation and problems.
In Indonesia Drs learnt that people which were deficient in Vitamin D were ten times more likely to die of CV19 that those with Normal Vitamin D. They had no patients which were High in Vitamin D. So make sure you are High in Vitamin D and let your immune system defend you and kick out any such infection.
In the mid 1930's sunbathing was the known cure for over 165 known diseases. So if you are under lock down, make sure that you get fresh air - AIR your house / Home, sun bathe.
If you must wear a mask for public transport, make sure you take it off as soon as you can and get fresh air as soon as possible and let the mask air and let the sun shine on it for a few minutes as it will kill any CV19 virus on it.
Be well, Pray Forgive Believe.
viclewis
8 March 2013
I was just diagnosed with low Vitamin D. I originally went to the doctor because of severe leg, feet, and hand cramps. He did blood work, and it turns out my level is 5.9. I am now on 50,000 iu per week and 2000 iu per day. I just started this week, but I honestly feel worse instead of better. My muscle cramps are much worse. Of course, I know it's early in the treatment, but I too, would like to know how long before I start feeling better. I work full time, and I am so exhausted, I can hardly function.
sara12345
20 Feb 2013
Just recently a study showed that after 35 samples of different Vitamin D manufacturers were tested, many of them did not have the correct strength of Vitamin D, ranging from 10% to 140% of the dose labeled on the bottle. If instead you have a prescription for it, then it IS regulated by the FDA. It's vitamins and herbals, OTC which are not evaluated or regulated by the FDA. That's one more reason why it's important to get your blood tested for your vitamin D levels. Also consumerlabs.com tests many of the vitamins and herbal to determine if they have the dose claimed as well as whether they have toxiins like lead in them.
endlessPred
19 Feb 2013
I have been on 50,000 units at first. Then 1,000 per week. Vit D. Is essential for healing as well as maintaining calcium levels and other functions.
I answered above, but the clerk saying it is not to be taken with calcium was totally wrong. So goes the untrained clerk anywhere.
Once your level is up, follow up blood test needed, and calcium is within tolerance, you will be adjusted. Getting outside is great. However, in winter the sun is not as direct and if you are where it snows or stays cloudy a lot, you can't get enough outside. So stick with the supplements and get what sun you like. Just remember not to get sunburn. After fifteen minutes you will need a sunscreen.
Good thing they caught this. Glad you had thorough blood tests. You didn't mention your age. This may have something to do with the joints you mentioned. Write when you have more questions. Karen
sara12345
16 Feb 2013
Another significant risk from not having enough Vitamin D can be high parathyroid levels which deteriorate your bones and every organ in the body. That's why I'm taking 5,000 units of vitamin D a day--ordered by an endocrinologist. It's very different from the thyroid which is an entirely different part of the body.
joylewin
16 Feb 2013
I take D, 4,000 ui a day per my doc. But I've read I should take like 10,000 til I feel better. I'm going to try it. This pain is killing me!!! I'm also B-12 and Iron deficient. I feel horrible and I'm going to do everything possible to get better! I'm too young for this!! I can't wait for spring & summer! I Need Sun!!
64Dee57
7 June 2011
I was just recently diagnosed with vitamin d sufficiency. My doctor put me on vitamin d2 1.25 mg (50,000 unit) once a week for 3 months. Then I am suppose to go back for more blood tests. I just started taking it yesterday. Last night and all day today I have had painful leg cramps. Is it possible that it is a side effect, and would it start so soon after starting the medication?
64Dee57
7 June 2011
I would like to make a correction to my posting. I meant to say I was just recently diagnosed with vitamin d insufficiency.
Ggirl727
15 Feb 2010
I had Vitamin D Insufficiency. I was taking vitamin D supplements, but did not start feeling better. I started going tanning at a salon on a regular basis and after a month I felt like a different person. I stopped taking the supplements and have been fine. I go tanning about 3 times a week for 8-12 min each session. In the winter I go a little more usually every other day and in the summer a little less if I get out in the sun.
sara12345
16 Feb 2013
You should know that you are taking significant risks for cancer by going to a tanning salon. Look it up on-line. Instead you would be far safer by increasing your Vitamin D.
Amalnaggar
12 Sep 2009
does anybody know about using ultraviolet lamps at home? are they safe? are they effective in raising vitamin d levels? and if they are, how much exposure to it should you get?
Brande30
6 Sep 2009
i have very low vitamin d as well. my doctor says i should be taking in as much as possible becuz the meds i'm on suck it right out of me. i take 1000mg of vit. d 3times daily plus the calcium&d 1200mg twice daily. im also supposed to get as much sun exposure as i can. vit.d milk(yuck), you name it. even with all that i still have joint pain and weakness. i also bruise super easily. i find bruises i have no idea how or when they appeared. if i know i hit something, holy smokes will i get a bruise, like i got hit twice as hard as i actually did. they stick around too, it's great. i look like a battered wife sometimes. im pretty sure its just something that goes along with low vit.d. i dont really worry about it. i figure, im doing what my doctor says i should do, i trust him, so i just roll with it. sucks sometimes, but i think we'll be fine;) Brande
Amalnaggar
6 Sep 2009
i like your positive attitude. Thanks.
Brande30
10 Sep 2009
i try to be as optimistic as possible. really
onesmileynurse
12 Sep 2009
I recently read anything over 5000IU per day can cause Vitamin D toxicity. Just wondered if you have a medical disorder that prevents you from absorbing the Vitamin D. I have mitochondrial deficiency and cannot absorb it, but only take 1000IU per day. I do know that consuming high levels of Vitamin D can lead to kidney stones, I would keep an eye out for crystals in your urine on those levels.
goofgirl
20 Dec 2009
Vitamin D is a fat soluable vitamin, which means that you can store up too much of it in your body, unlike say, vitamin C where you just pass in your urine any of the vitamin you don't absorb. My doctor told me though that Americans are so deficient in vitamin D that toxicity is not likely. She recommends 5000 IU to her patients. My blood test came back low, so this is the dosage I take daily. You probably should consult with your doctor prior to taking large dosages though, just to verify you are ok to take that much. The literature she gave me states that vitamin D deficiency can cause aches and pains, and fibromyalgia-like symptoms.
Amalnaggar
1 Sep 2009
i posted the original question about having vitamin d insufficiency. there r news though. ok, now a couple of weeks ago i found 2 bruises on my right knee. i called my doctor and he asked how big they were, i told him and he told me not to worry about it, that i probably banged against something. hmmm. usually when i get a bruise, and i dont bruise easily, i remember if i hit something. anyways after 4 or 5 days they disappeared. TODAY though, i was writing something and found another bruise on one of the joints of my right thumb. so i actually went and showed it to him. he looked at it and told me not to worry about it and that its a simple bruise and will go away. SHOULD i worry??
onesmileynurse
12 Sep 2009
I have not heard of bruising easily being related to a Vitamin D deficiency, but rather being anemic. With a low iron count, you could be bruising easily. Our red blood cells should be regenerating every 9 days. On those days, it is normal to see the RDW index on the blood test to be a bit elevated, but if your iron level is low or your hemoglobin or red blood cell count, then you could be a bit worried. There are many different forms of anemia. You may try to increase your foods high in iron, such as liver or red meats and see if begin to notice a difference in less bruising. If you continue to bruise easily and your doctor does not comply by running the proper blood tests, I would suggest contemplating a second opinion.
inpain777
29 Aug 2009
i just found out that we should be takin vit d with vit a or alone, not with calcium, cause it stops the d to do its job..thats what a few people from the vitamin store told me..wow, i NEED to get better doc advice !! hope this helps and hope its true.
Amalnaggar
30 Aug 2009
i think you should ask a doc first about this info, i mean the ppl at the vitamin store, what are they? probably pharmacists right? just make sure with your doc first before stopping ur calcium supplements if ur taking any. Good luck!
onesmileynurse
12 Sep 2009
If that were truly the case, then why do the stores sell Calcium and Vitamin D together? I believe someone at the vitamin store may have misinformed you. Perhaps vitamin D may be more effectively absorbed if you add Vitamin A, but I believe I would ask your physician. I have been a nurse for years and have always heard to take D with Calcium, as the Calcium is required to absorb the Vitamin D.
bigeyesrx
29 Nov 2009
The vitamin D helps the calcium to be kept in the bone, that is why they make calcium with vitamin D. Also, recent studies shows that a deficiency in vitamin D can lead to osteoporosis because the calcium is not so well absorbed. Sun exposure helps the vitamin D to be sintetized in your skin so the calcium goes where it is needed. If you are brusing easily it can also be that you need vitamin C, this vitamin helps prevent that the small capilaries don't break easily and lead to bruising.
crazywoman38
19 Feb 2010
This is a drug site! Take advantage of it- Vit D is required by the body to use Calcium, not the other way around! Ideally, your body produces Vit D when your skin is exposed to sunlight, but several things can interrupt that, including living in northern areas, limited exposure to sunlight and several other things. People in Health Food stores may or may not be good sources of info about how and what to take, but they are almost certainly NOT Pharmacists, who are Doctors of Pharmacology, meaning they went to school for 12yr, studying how and why vitamins and chemicals (medications) affect the human body. Therefore, a pharmacist is a good person to ask questions about interactions, sometimes better than a Physician! I don't mean to lecture, but it's upsetting to see professionals give wrong info, esp when the right info is readily avail.
endlessPred
19 Feb 2013
Vitamin store is totally wrong. These are clerks, not physicians. Take Vit D and calcium with a food that has calcium as well. Milk products are easy. Arizona veggies also have the Vit D though not enough to raise your blood levels without eating a musher basket full.
Carolinatribe
28 Aug 2009
I am a 64-year-old female post thyroid cancer. My primary care physician put me on Vitamin D 1.25 mg once a week about two months ago after blood test determined that I was deficient. I take on Sunday evenings. I noticed on the next day a marked increase in my energy level. After two weeks I wrote my doctor a letter to report this and upon receipt of the letter he immediately called me. I asked if I could take in twice a week on Thursday and Sunday. Unfortunately, no. He is very pleased with my progress and said maybe he should take it too. I hope he does not take me off Vitamin D. I love the way I feel for the first three-four days after taking it.
Amalnaggar
26 Aug 2009
what is the difference if i take vitamin d in the form of drops or shots? because my doctor prescribed drops for me. i forgot to mention that i also had a rheumatoid factor test which came back negative even though i tested positive for anti-ccp: the result was 5. the doctor said he's ruling out RA and OA because my symptoms dont match: no stiffness or swelling etc.
roadrunner1st1961
26 Aug 2009
My friend also has vitamin D in sufficiency. She has to have vitamin D shots once a month.
Vitamin D in sufficiency can also happen because your body doesn't absorb the vitamin D properly. It doesn't matter how much extra vitamin D supplements you take. The vitamin D shots go directly through your body and your body will absorb it. You will notice an improvement after the first shot and begin to feel better.
I would suggest you talk to your doctor about it to see if he thinks the vitamin D shots would be beneficial to you.
Minders72
15 Oct 2018
I know this is an older thread but my mom is very low on Vit D and has all the related symptoms, shes has stomach and intestinal issues so supplements by mouth won't work, she doesn't get out in the sun. Her doctor is telling us he has never heard of giving shots for this and doesn't know how or where to get the medication/vitamin for the shot. I find that exceptionally strange but am wondering if anyone can help me with info I can relay to him. Thank you
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