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What problems have to do with vitamin d deficiency other than rickets, osteoporosis and osteomalacia?

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Malabsorption: Certain malabsorption syndromes can lead to this. Also certain areas in the world who lack essential vitamins. Also people who do not eat a healthy diet. All adults should take 1000 international units of vitamin d daily. Hope this answers your question.

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Answered 10/28/2013

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