Question 1

whats the major symptom of vitamin k deficiency.?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding too easily: This is a complex vitamin and has several duties. E.G. It works with vitamin d to help pump calcium into bones rather than into arteries.

Question 2

excessive sweating as symptom of vitamin or mineral deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Look for other cause

overactive thyroid, infection.

Question 3

what are the major symptoms of vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Each vitamin is essential to your body for a different reason. A deficiency in one may have symptoms different than others. If you suspect a deficiency, speak to your physician. Most deficiencies, including vitamin d, can be addressed by a proper diet.

Question 4

how long will vitamin deficiency symptoms last if untreated?

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Until treated: If you are deficient in a vitamin, the symptoms will persist (and likely even worsen over time) until the deficiency is treated by supplying adequate amounts of the needed vitamin. It may take some time for symptoms to reverse even after one takes the needed vitamin as it can take time for our bodies to recover from the damage done. It is even possible for some of the damage to be permanent.

Question 5

what are the signs and symptoms of vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Blood test: The only way to know definitively if you have a deficiency is to check your blood. Vitamin d, b12and folate are routine tests available in most labs and covered by insurance. The other vitamins usually require a special labs, are  more expensive, and may not be covered under insurance.

Question 6

lately i've had a "craving" for chemical smells (gasoline, rubber cement, etc). is this a sign of a vitamin deficiency, or any other health issue?

Accepted Answer

Please see your doc: He/she may refer you to a neurologist to rule out any neurological disorders.  Peace and good health.

Question 7

i have a white horizontal dash on my middle finger. it's been there for a time now. some say its a sign of vitamin deficiency. your thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Below: You will need a visual exam to get an accurate answer.
Could be from a variety of conditions, or could just be a transient condition

Question 8

i am a 49 year old female. i have been having night blindness since i was in my 20s. other than that i have no symptoms and my vision has no problems in the day. i have no diabetes and no vitamin deficiency. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

: I suggest you see a retinal specialsit and have an ERG done to correctly diagnose this.

Question 9

what are some common symptoms of vitamin deficiency?  i have suffered weigh loss, easy bruising, sore bones and joints. dr told me to take a daily vitamin.

Accepted Answer

Good start: The most common vitamin deficiency is d, which causes a lot of nonspecfic pain and some other problems. Especially with the weight loss, or if your pain syndrome does not resolve quickly, it would be wise to continue to seek a cause -- possibly malabsorption contributing to a vitamin deficiency. Good luck and stay proactive.

Question 10

can vitamin deficiency cause muscle or tendon tenderness after blood test? can it cause hard veins or inflammation? my arm was painful and sore and itchy after blood test no sign of infection or hematoma. dr prescribed pain meds and vitamins?

Accepted Answer

No: No Vitamin deficiency does not cause muscle or tendon tenderness after blood test. It is not uncommon to have pain and soreness around the site of blood draw. In rare instances you can get more extensive pain and swelling. Usually icing the area and pain meds or anti-inflammatories are sufficient to treat it.

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What are the signs and symptoms of vitamin deficiency?

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Lately i've had a "craving" for chemical smells (gasoline, rubber cement, etc). is this a sign of a vitamin deficiency, or any other health issue?

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I have a white horizontal dash on my middle finger. it's been there for a time now. some say its a sign of vitamin deficiency. your thoughts?

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I am a 49 year old female. i have been having night blindness since i was in my 20s. other than that i have no symptoms and my vision has no problems in the day. i have no diabetes and no vitamin deficiency. should i worry?

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What are some common symptoms of vitamin deficiency? i have suffered weigh loss, easy bruising, sore bones and joints. dr told me to take a daily vitamin.

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Can vitamin deficiency cause muscle or tendon tenderness after blood test? can it cause hard veins or inflammation? my arm was painful and sore and itchy after blood test no sign of infection or hematoma. dr prescribed pain meds and vitamins?

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