Vitamin D Deficiency Warning: 8 Early Symptoms You Should Know

Vitamin D deficiency can quietly affect your health long before serious problems appear. Recognizing these eight early symptoms can help you take timely action and prevent long-term complications.

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Vitamin D deficiency; Symptoms you shouldn't ignore

Let's look at some signs your body shows when you're low on vitamin D.

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Bone pain, muscle weakness

Bone pain, pain in bones and muscles, muscle weakness, arm and leg pain, toothache, and back pain are all signs of vitamin D deficiency.

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Excessive fatigue

Feeling overly tired and weak even after getting enough rest could point to a vitamin D deficiency.

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Weakened immunity

Constant sneezing, colds, and fevers are signs of low immunity. Vitamin D deficiency can cause a weakened immune system.

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Wounds take time to heal

Wounds that take a long time to heal are a symptom that indicates a vitamin D deficiency.

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Dry skin

Vitamin D deficiency can potentially cause your skin to become dry.

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Itchy skin

Itchy skin and skin that looks older than it is can be due to a vitamin D deficiency.

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Hair loss

Some people may also experience hair loss due to a vitamin D deficiency.

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Mood swings

Depression, anxiety, and mood swings can also be caused by a vitamin D deficiency.

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Please note:

If you notice the above symptoms, do not try to self-diagnose. Be sure to consult a doctor.