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Hello docs. i was wondering can too much calcitriol cause joint problems?

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Yes: Megadoses of vitamin d can cause calcification and bone and muscle pain.

Answered 11/21/2013

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A member asked:

Hello docs. i was wondering can too much calcitriol cause joint problems?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Rothschild answered

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