Question 1

hello doctor,
i am having chronic illness from past 5-6 years. fatigue ,difficult to concentrate, vitamin deficiency anemia but normal now, zigzag vision,lack of sleep .
all reports are normal ct scan ,mri,thyroid etc. i am taking migraine medication past

Accepted Answer

Consider: psychotherapy in addition to continued following by medical doctors. There are clinics that specialize in chronic pain using cognitive behavioral techniques and/or hypnosis for pain management. Psychotherapy has been found to be a treatment for migraines.

Question 2

which vitamin deficiency is the worst?

Accepted Answer

D3. Iodine, B: There are so many. Start with vitamin d3, iodine and b complex. However, take a blood test to see if you have these deficiencies so you don't over do it.

Question 3

what are the signs of a vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Hundreds of signs: There are many different vitamins & deficiencies of each can cause a wide variety of symptoms & signs, so virtually any symptom or health problem could be a sign of a vitamin or mineral deficiency.This may not only cause many symptoms but can lead to  increased risk of  heart disease, cancer, diabetes, infections etc. See www.Healthsupplementsnutritionalguide.Com/vitamin-deficiency-symptoms.Html.

Question 4

what could having a vitamin deficiency cause?

Accepted Answer

Very little: It is very difficult in america today to actually be vitamin deficient. Some folks are deficient in Folic Acid and B12 which can cause anemia, high blood homocysteine and methylmalonic acid, and rarely, pernicious anemia.

Question 5

what do vitamin deficiency diseases look like?

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Varies on  vitamins: Vitamin a deficiency can cause night blindness..Vitamin B12 can  cause autoimmune disorders..Vitamin c deficiency can cause scurvy which can cause  bleeding gums, loss of teeth, fever...Vitamin k deficiency can cause  uncontrolled bleeding and underdeveloped faces and bones...And a long list to go..

Question 6

what problems can a vitamin deficiency cause. ?

Accepted Answer

Depends on specific: Each vitamin deficiency has its own problems....which vitamin are you concerned about?

Question 7

how to determine if i have a vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Different vitamin deficiencies have different symptoms. If you are concerned see your doctor and they can recommend the appropriate blood test based on your symptoms.

Question 8

could my childs behaviour be a vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely if he: Is taking a childrens multivitamin, ask your board certified pediatrician.

Question 9

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 10

what is the most common type of vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D: Although there is quite a debate ranging on what level defines a vitamin d deficiency and therefore it is hard to say precisely how many people actually have one, the lack of sun exposure for many people and poorer conversion among the elderly seems to be making this the number one deficiency.

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Hello doctor, i am having chronic illness from past 5-6 years. fatigue ,difficult to concentrate, vitamin deficiency anemia but normal now, zigzag vision,lack of sleep . all reports are normal ct scan ,mri,thyroid etc. i am taking migraine medication past

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