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Vitamin d is 51
I take vitamin d supplements my vitamin d level is not increasing ..I have gut issue and malabsorption issue I can o go for 3lakh iu vitamin injection can it lead vitamin d toxicity or hypercalcimia??how to increase vitamin d if any person has malabsorbption issues
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Uprise d3 capsule 60k iu once a week for 12 weeks.
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For patients with **malabsorption issues**, optimizing Vitamin D levels requires special consideration. Here’s what you need to know:
### **1. Current Vitamin D Level (51 ng/mL):**
- **Normal range**: 30–100 ng/mL (51 is adequate but may need optimization for malabsorption).
- **No immediate toxicity risk** (toxicity typically occurs at >150 ng/mL).
### **2. High-Dose Vitamin D (3 Lakh IU Injection):**
✔ **Safe Option**:
- Often used for **rapid correction** in malabsorption (e.g., celiac disease, Crohn’s).
- Unlikely to cause **hypercalcemia** if kidneys are healthy.
⚠ **Monitor**:
- Check **calcium levels** 1 month post-injection.
- Repeat **Vitamin D test** after 8–12 weeks.
### **3. Alternative Strategies for Malabsorption:**
✔ **Sublingual Vitamin D3** (bypasses gut absorption issues).
✔ **Topical Vitamin D creams** (emerging option).
✔ **Pair with Vitamin K2** (improves calcium metabolism).
### **Next Steps:**
- **Test for root causes** of malabsorption (celiac panel, stool fat tests).
- **Optimize gut health** (probiotics, treat underlying conditions).
### **Consultation:**
For a **personalized malabsorption treatment plan**, contact me on **WhatsApp at eight zero zero nine eight two one three three two**. Let’s ensure your Vitamin D therapy is effective and safe.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Kindly consult via whatsapp at nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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Inj upriseD 60k one per month for two months.
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Kindly share your vit d reports. Consult for further management
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
kindly consult
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need more history for further evaluation. Kindly connect
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Use prebiotic
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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