Sinusitis and pharyngitis

2025-05-08 08:18:53
Sir, I have vitamin D  value 5 only, now i have sinusitis and pharyngitis its due to vitamin D deficiency...?...
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Vit D deficiency does not cause sinusitis directly But yes it affects your immune system… weakens ur ongoing inner system… so that is why you are having sinusitis frequently
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Improve your Vit D levels

Answered2025-05-10 08:19:55

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No. vit d deficiency does not cause sinusitis.

Answered2025-05-10 06:29:23

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Hi, I am Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat MS ENT. Your Vitamin D level of 5 ng/mL is considered severely deficient (normal range: 30–100 ng/mL). While Vitamin D deficiency doesn’t directly cause sinusitis or pharyngitis, it can significantly impair your immune function, making you more susceptible to frequent infections, including upper respiratory tract infections like sinusitis and pharyngitis. Several studies have shown that low Vitamin D levels are associated with increased risk and severity of respiratory infections. Therefore, while it may not be the sole cause, your deficiency could be a contributing factor to your current symptoms.
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Consult a physician for appropriate treatment of sinusitis and pharyngitis. Begin Vitamin D supplementation under medical supervision — high-dose correction may be needed initially, followed by maintenance dosing. Ensure adequate sun exposure and dietary intake (e.g., dairy products, egg yolk, fatty fish). Recheck your Vitamin D levels after 8–12 weeks of supplementation.

Answered2025-05-10 04:03:48

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