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Vitamin D and Iron deficiency.
My Vit D is low and I always feel tired and exhausted. I get heavy periods and extreme cramps. I also suffer from body pain and low stamina.What supplements should I take?
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Your reports are suggestive of iron deficency but since you mentioned heavy periods as well it can be due to blood loss as well. Need to get evaluated more with USG abodmen pelvis and TFT and iron profile and peripheral.bllod smear then can determine what needs to be done next.Your exhaustion is because of anemia and low vit d
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Your reports do suggest anemia along with Vitamin D deficiency, which explain the fatigue, body pains, low stamina, and heavy periods the good thing is these are commonly treatable a proper consultation can help plan the right correction safely and effectively 👍
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At 19, feeling constantly exhausted along with heavy periods and extreme cramps suggests that your body is likely struggling with Iron Deficiency Anemia in addition to your known low Vitamin D levels. Heavy menstrual bleeding causes significant blood and iron loss every month, which leads to low stamina and body pain. Low Vitamin D further weakens bone health and muscle function, making the menstrual cramps feel much more intense."
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Dietary Iron: "Increase your intake of iron-rich foods like spinach, beetroot, pomegranate, and jaggery. Pair them with Vitamin C (like lemon water) to help your body absorb the iron better."
Cramp Relief: "During periods, use a heating pad on your lower abdomen and stay well-hydrated. Magnesium-rich foods like bananas and nuts can also help reduce muscle cramps."
Absorption Tip: "Do not take iron supplements with tea, coffee, or milk, as they block iron absorption. Take them with plain water or citrus juice."
Caution: "If you experience sudden dizziness, fainting spells, or your period bleeding lasts more than 7 days, please seek immediate medical attention."
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Hb low
Vit d3 low
Haem up syr10 ml after dinner for two months. Change of stool color will be normal.
Don't worry.
Uprise d60k once a week for eight weeks followed by one per month for six months a complete therapy by WHO for vit d3.
Supradyne one at night after dinner for 4 weeks.
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Syp. Arachitol Nano 60k … once weekly for 8 weeks ( TOTAL 8 doses ONLY )
Tab. Softeron Gold … OD … For 2 months ( To take 2 hours post breakfast )
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Dr. Pragya Choudhary
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Jaipur
Take vit d3 weekly
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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