Vitamin d deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D deficiency (pronounced: vi-ta-min dee de-fi-ci-en-cy) is a medical condition that occurs when an individual does not have enough Vitamin D in their body. This deficiency can lead to a number of health problems, including rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults.
Etymology
The term "Vitamin D deficiency" is derived from the English language. "Vitamin" is a term that was first used in the early 20th century and is derived from the Latin word "vita" meaning "life" and the Greek word "amine" meaning "nitrogen compound". The "D" in Vitamin D refers to the fourth vitamin discovered. "Deficiency" comes from the Latin word "deficere" meaning "to lack".
Causes
Vitamin D deficiency can be caused by a variety of factors, including lack of exposure to sunlight, inadequate intake of Vitamin D through diet, and certain medical conditions that affect the body's ability to absorb Vitamin D, such as Crohn's disease and cystic fibrosis.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency can vary, but may include fatigue, bone pain, muscle weakness, mood changes, and frequent illness or infection.
Treatment
Treatment for Vitamin D deficiency typically involves increasing intake of Vitamin D, either through diet or supplements, and increasing exposure to sunlight. In severe cases, high-dose Vitamin D supplements may be prescribed by a healthcare provider.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vitamin d deficiency
- Wikipedia's article - Vitamin d deficiency
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