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Vitamin d and b12 deficiency

2023-01-23 15:25:02
My husband is 34 yrs old. He takes treatment for vitamin d and b12 every year after health check up but till next again he has that same deficiency. He is not on any diet he eat well he is a non vegetarian but why is it so
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Need few details Kindly consult

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There may be underlying causes of the deficiency of vitamin d and B12.As long as he takes treatment , blood levels are normal.Upload test results may help to reason out.

Answered2023-01-24 06:18:37

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Kindly discuss for your concern

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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

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Hello ,got your concern ,it can be treatable with further evaluation, better healthcare and proper treatment ..For prescription and counselling regarding the same you can consult me through this app - Dr Hemanth Patakamuri Civil assistant surgeon and Family physician Experienced in online health care

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Along with vitamin D3 and vitamin B12 supplement, try to include diets are that are naturally rich in  vitamin B12, for vitamin D3, try to to spent atleast 30 minute in sun.. At present,Any medical history he has ?? Any medication he is taking? Consult with detail clinical history for further treatment and guidance..

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

Answered2023-01-23 15:27:24

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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Vit D andB12 deficiency can depend on an underlying condition,lack of sunlight  lack of exercise  or a lack if enough nutrients in the diet.
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Consult for further detailed history and prescription

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Take appropriate consultation

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Sunlight exposure Lot of fruits and vegetables in the diet

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Kindly consult for the same

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Hi., I can understand your concern. It can be due to lack of physical exercise and walking. He need to plan for the same. Need to avoid outside food items.

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connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management

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