Dr Aashish Chaudhry outlines five subtle signs of vitamin D deficiency and treatment options
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Updated · The Indian Express · Apr 25
Dr Aashish Chaudhry outlines five subtle signs of vitamin D deficiency and treatment options
2 articles · Updated · The Indian Express · Apr 25
Dr Chaudhry, Director at Aakash Healthcare, highlights persistent fatigue, muscle weakness, bone pain, hair fall, and frequent infections as early signs often missed in busy lifestyles.
He advises that those with limited sun exposure, older adults, women, and people in polluted or low-sunlight areas are at higher risk and should consider blood testing if symptoms persist.
While mild deficiency may be managed with sunlight and diet, moderate to severe cases often require medical supplementation to prevent long-term impacts on bone health and immunity.
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