I'm sharing my experience treating vitamin D deficiency.

I suffered from enteritis a lot due to poor digestion. Then, I was hospitalized for severe enteritis and was told I needed treatment for vitamin D deficiency. I'd like to share my experience with vitamin D deficiency treatment.

 

1. What is vitamin D deficiency?

 

This is a symptom of insufficient intake or poor absorption of vitamin D.

 

2. What causes vitamin D deficiency?

 

Vitamin D is Synthesized in the skin when exposed to sunlight It is said that it is difficult to form if you spend most of your time indoors or apply too much sunscreen.

 

3. Are you experiencing symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?

 

If you are deficient in vitamin D, your bones will not form properly. The risk of fracture increases . Fatigue and muscle cramps can also occur. I had no symptoms, but was recommended treatment for vitamin D deficiency through a blood test.

 

4. How is vitamin D deficiency treated?

 

Vitamin D deficiency can be treated with vitamin D supplements. In my case, my levels were low, so I was recommended injections to treat vitamin D deficiency. Merit D injection by intramuscular injection I got a shot in the buttocks. I was told to get an injection every three months, so I got two intramuscular injections. And at the same time, I was told to take a high-dose supplement to treat my vitamin D deficiency. Take 4000IU once a day for a total of 1 year The following year, my health checkup came back normal. Still, just in case, I check my vitamin D levels every time I get a checkup.

 

[The price is 41,780 won per session]

 

5. How can I prevent vitamin D deficiency?

 

Vitamin D is made when exposed to sunlight, so it takes 30 minutes to 1 hour of sunlight This is good and rich in foods such as mackerel, saury, mackerel, tuna, liver, eggs, cheese, mushrooms, dairy products fortified with vitamin D, and cereals, so I should eat them.

 

I've shared the process I took to treat my vitamin D deficiency. I didn't have any specific symptoms, and it was discovered through a blood test, so I guess I'll have to get regular health checkups.