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Hello Doctor, I am experiencing severe weakness, sharp pain in my calf muscles, and lower back pain sometimes .My Hemoglobin, TSH, Blood Sugar, and Electrolytes are all completely normal. Could this be a Vitamin D3 or B12 deficiency, and which further tests or treatments do you recommend?"
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It may be because of hot /humid weather or dehydration or vitamin deficiency.
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Go with Vitamin D3 and Vitamin B12 blood tests
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You can start with Vitamin D3 60,000 U once weekly after tests.
Drink plenty of oral fluids. Use ORS (1 pkt in 1L).
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Deficiency of micronutrients may be.Eat salad and , check the level of vit D3 and b12 before taking any supplement.
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Visit general physician and do whole body checkup
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Deficiency is very possible based on your age. If you have any other history of lifting heavy weights, please consult and share history on Practo app
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Take balanced diet. For prescription contact me at WhatsApp.
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Your symptoms can be due to Vitamin D or B12 deficiency, but other causes should also be ruled out. I would suggest checking Vitamin D, B12, ferritin/iron profile, calcium, magnesium and CK.
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Please get these tests done and consult me with the reports for further evaluation and treatment.
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Stay well hydrated and maintain a balanced diet. Seek prompt medical care if you develop severe weakness, difficulty walking, leg swelling or numbness.
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Severe weakness with calf muscle pain and intermittent lower back pain deserves a proper evaluation, even if your Hb, TSH, blood sugar and electrolytes are normal. Vitamin D or B12 deficiency can contribute, but these symptoms can also have other causes, and they cannot be confirmed from symptoms alone.
I would recommend reviewing your Vitamin D (25-OH), Vitamin B12, ferritin/iron profile, calcium, magnesium, kidney function and CK, along with your dietary history, menstrual history, medications and a clinical examination.
Please avoid starting high-dose Vitamin D/B12 on your own before assessing the cause. The right treatment depends on what is actually deficient or causing the muscle symptoms.
If the weakness or calf pain is persistent or worsening, an individual consultation would be appropriate so that your reports and symptoms can be assessed together and a targeted treatment plan can be made
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Kindly consult and give proper detailed history along with symptoms for evaluation and take proper timely treatment with relevant investigations if required.
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What is your daily routine like?
If you have tall body status with long standing working hours, this could be a common reason. For a sedentary and mild activity day , weakness could be related to vitamin deficiencies as rightly said- low vitamin D levels.
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Get your Vitamin D3, and B12 checked. Increase some protein intake in your diet. Improve sleeping hours. (8-9hrs everyday) Adequate water intake. Calf pain is also frequently due to dehydration Get these things done and review with reports. For further help,,kindly book the consultation on practo App
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Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six for proper guidance and treatment.
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First of all,if you are studying longer in sitting position or you are doing any sitting work then you must have to change position in every 30 min.
And do exercise it's very important in our daily life.for 10-15 min only but do it.
Sharp pain in legs....it can be due to low hydration or it could be vit minerals deficiency.
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if you want to do test then go for.....S. vit d3, S. vit b12, S. calcium level for now.
but consult the doctor.
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stay hydrated and do exercise
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Body pain and weakness could be due to deficiency/insufficiency of vitamin d and b 12.Get those tests done and consult a physician in your area
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Yes it could be due to Vit D and Vit B 12 deficiency, but other conditions should also be need to be evaluated
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See your work routine and following look for menstrual history and do take aerobic excercise still not get improvement kindly contact
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Severe weakness with calf muscle cramps have to be evaluated thoroughly, not just by mere blood tests, you need a consultation mam.
You can cobtact directly through practo app.
Calf muscle pain can be anything from dehydration to Venous thrombosis so it should be evaluated deeply. As electrolytes are normal you can rule out dehydration. Are you on any herbal or ayurvedic medications?
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serum Vitamin B12
serum vitamin D
RFT
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Try to figure out when is the pain more, like after a walk or in rest ...that coyld help diagnosis
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Pls provide more elaborated history
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You can get vitamins and calcium iron levels tested fir now
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Do consult with me...
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Calf raises exercise
Ice FOAMNTATION on calf. Tab eterocoxib thyocholchicide two times after food.
Uprise d60k once a week for eight 4 weeks.
Neurokind od one after dinner for two weeks
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Do consult
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Hello. Severe weakness with calf muscle pain and intermittent low-back pain can have several causes, including vitamin D or B12 deficiency, iron deficiency, calcium/magnesium abnormalities, muscle or nerve-related conditions, and others. Normal Hb, TSH, blood sugar and electrolytes are reassuring but do not by themselves rule out vitamin deficiencies.
Treatment should ideally be based on the examination and test results rather than starting calcium or vitamin D blindly.
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Consult a physician for examination and consider testing 25-OH vitamin D, vitamin B12, ferritin/iron profile, calcium, magnesium, phosphate and renal function. Seek urgent assessment if calf pain is unilateral or associated with swelling, warmth/redness, or if chest pain/breathlessness develops.
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Hello. From the history provided, a deficiency of Vitamin D3 or Vitamin B12 is certainly possible given the symptoms of calf muscle and lower back pain, despite normal Hb, TSH, and sugar levels. However, a broader evaluation is recommended. You may consider getting tests done for 25-OH Vitamin D, Serum Vitamin B12, and a complete iron profile (Serum ferritin, iron, TIBC). Also, a detailed clinical evaluation including complete dietary and lifestyle history would be helpful. Please consult a doctor in person or via proper consultation with these reports for accurate diagnosis and prescription."
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Hello dear From the history, vitamin D/B12 deficiency are possible, but they should not be assumed to be the cause. Severe weakness with calf pain deserves a little broader evaluation like
25-OH Vitamin D
Vitamin B12
Serum ferritin + iron/TIBC/transferrin saturation
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If you would like to discuss your concern in more detail, please feel free to contact me on WhatsApp at eight six one nine six six nine nine zero six. Alternatively, you can connect with me through the Practo app for a detailed consultation
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Get tests done for calcium, magnesium, vit d3,b12 and share results.
If obese, reduce weight.
For pain take tab intagesic m.r one every 8hours for 4 to 5 days, after meals.
Syp calcimax p 5m.l morning and evening for 4 weeks.
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Consult
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Calcium and magnesium deficiency also test for lab
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Consult with me
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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It can be due to various causes being vitamin deficiencies, other nutritional deficiencies,autoimmune, and stress related.
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Do consult with a physician and evaluate further
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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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. You can discuss via whatsapp on 971*66*33*129 or book here on practo.
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Need proper evaluation please consult for assessment and treatment
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Possibility of dehydration symptoms following a viral fever.
Could be due to vitamin deficiency if symptoms persistent for long time.
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Hydrate yourself.
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consult doctor for local examination
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Hello mam
Severe weakness and muscle pain can be related to vitamin D or B12 deficiency, but testing is needed before treatment. Consider checking Vitamin D, B12, calcium, magnesium and CK based on clinical assessment.
For further evaluation and management, consult me through Practo
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As you have leg pain and lower back pain.would like to know more about your symptoms.
1. Is the pain present in one leg or both legs?
Do you have any difficulty walking?
When did the pain start?
Does the pain worsen while walking?
Do you have any numbness or tingling in your legs?
Do you have persistent low back pain as well?
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i would suggest doing an ultrasound first
then an x ray lower back
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don't do vigorous massaging over the calf area.
do emergency consultation if you have any symptoms of breathlessness,symcope or chest pain
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If you had recently fever episode this could be post viral fever symptoms. If you don't have any history of fever then you need to provide more information about your routine activities and can get your vitamin B12 levels and vitamin d3 levels checked. Can consult me for further guidance.
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tab paracetamol 500 mg if fever with pain
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Normal Hb, sugar, thyroid and electrolytes are reassuring, but these symptoms need examination rather than assuming a vitamin deficiency.
I would check vitamin B12 and 25-OH vitamin D, along with calcium/magnesium and kidney function; calf pain may also be muscular or nerve-related.
Please avoid starting high-dose supplements without reports.
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Please see a physician for calf and back examination. Seek urgent care if one calf is swollen, red or warm, or if you develop breathlessness or chest pain. You may book a Practo consult or visit Synergy Multispeciality Hospital, Miraj for assessment.
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Sumit Verma
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Kanpur
1 # Eat a balanced diet
Plenty of vegetables, fruits,
whole grains, pulses, nuts, and seeds.
Limit ultra-processed foods, excess sugar, and excessive salt.
Choose healthy protein sources and healthy fats.
2 # Stay physically active
Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week.
Include strength training 2–3 times weekly.
3 # Maintain a healthy weight
Excess body weight increases the risk of many chronic diseases.
4 # Get adequate sleep
Most adults need 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night.
5 # Stay hydrated
Drink enough water throughout the day.
6 # Avoid tobacco and limit alcohol
Smoking and tobacco use significantly increase disease risk.
7 #Manage stress
Meditation, yoga, hobbies, social connections, and relaxation techniques can help.
8 # Practice good hygiene
Wash hands regularly and follow food-safety practices
9 # Have regular health checkups
Monitor blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, dental health, and vision as recommended.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Afzal Naseem
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Prayagraj
increase magnesium and calcium intake either by supplements or by naturally
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Dr. Lekha Rajeevan
General Physician
40 yrs exp
Ernakulam
If you have back pain with radiation to back of leg and calf it can be sciatica.Take X-ray if lumbosacral spine and see orthopedic doctor
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Zahra Fathima Khan
General Physician
17 yrs exp
Delhi
Hi! Get your vitamin d and b12 levels and iron profile done.
We need complete history, evaluation and menstrual history as well to assess the condition and help you
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Follow a healthy diet and lifestyle. Exercise regularly and sun exposure of 10-15 minutes daily.
Consult me on Practo to further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Reesha Varshney
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Hathras
Yes this could be due to vit d and b012 deficiency
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Do consult
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Dr. Jayesh P Nanda
General Physician
22 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hi
Need to know wether you have standing job for long hours, any family histry , recent infection,
Need to run few more tests and proper history is must
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Maintain hydration , eat fresh fruits and add milk in your routine. , get good sunlight,
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Visit near by physician for further evaluation,tc
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Your Hemoglobin, TSH, sugar, and electrolytes being normal doesn't rule out a vitamin D or B12 deficiency. Those need their own specific blood tests and aren't picked up on a routine panel.
Next Steps
Ask your doctor for a vitamin D and vitamin B12 blood test. Low levels of either can cause exactly this pattern of weakness, calf pain, and back ache.
Health Tips
Please don't start any vitamin D or B12 supplement on your own before testing. The right strength depends on how low your levels actually are.
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