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Can being vitamin d deficient cause dizziness and balance problems? i recently had a blood test and my gp told me i was deficient (score was 15) and put me on high dose supplements for a month.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Not usually: But why not replenish this vital vitamin, as it is critical in numerous immunological and hormonal bodily functions, and deficiencies have been associated with numerous problems. Give it at least 3 months, and recheck levels at that point.

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Answered 7/22/2018

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A member asked:

Can being vitamin d deficient cause dizziness and balance problems? i recently had a blood test and my gp told me i was deficient (score was 15) and put me on high dose supplements for a month.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Cremers and 4 doctors agreed

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