Vitamin D deficiency symptoms

[johnnymutt]

With all the sites out there that have info on Vitamin D, their just doesn't seem to be one that has all the symptoms that can accompany vitamin d deficiency. I'm going to list my symptoms, so that others may have some insight, in layman's terms. I hope anyone else with the deficiency would also post theirs.

[Gary3243]

Hi Carla.  What was your TSH level?  My last test was at 1.27, so they dont think its hypothyroid.  Tx

[Carla75]

Hang in there Jceee!  It WILL get better.  It's crazy to think that life can be going along normal and something like this happens and your whole word is thrown out of whack.  I was diagnosed in August 2011 and put on the 50,000 IU for 12 weeks also.  I didn't really notice any improvement until 4-5 weeks in. Whatever you do, do not stop taking the vitamin D.  I would even recommend that when you finish the prescription that you start right away on a good Vitamin D3 supplement.  I take Vitacraves Gummies (2000IU a day).  It really needs to be D3 and NOT D2.  After my last pill, I was diagnosed as being Hypothyroid as well, which I had been tested for over and over again.  I'm told that it could be caused by my vitamin D Deficiency.  Not trying to scare you, just want you to be aware of the possibility.  I would ask them to test your TSH level when they draw your Vitamin D next time, just to be safe. Good luck!  You will be full of energy soon:)

[Seattleanne]

Just bumping thread up to the top cause it's so important for ppl to read

[Jceee]

I have followed your vitamin D Deficiency thread starting with your symptoms to your recovery. I too am a recent victim of this horrible deficiency, I was found to be tested at 17. I like many others went through test after test doctor after doctor to no avail. It wasn't until I spoke with a close friend about the possible link of Vitamin D def. to the symptoms I was suffering from; dizzyness, fatigue, anxiety just to name a few. I have had MRI's bloodwork and a pleathera of other tests done to find nothing except the deficiency of vitamin D. I am currently on 50,000 I.U. of D2 for 12 weeks, I am currently on dose 3 and feel about the same. I have done a lot of research and been to alot of forums but I really was happy I stumbled onto yor thread, because of your positvie nature and you were a "survivor". I am hoping, even though I don't know you, to get support from someone I truly admire who has been through this "hell". I am otherwise healthy don't drink or smoke within my weight range and exercised regularly before this. I want advice on how to get better and comfort to know that this is temporary. I apologize for reaching out through a message but I tried to leave a posting after your latest thread dated 12/7/11 but for some reason was not able to "reply". I have never been through something like this and am looking for any help I can find. My family and friends are supportive but have no idea what this deficiency is capable of.        

[VitaminDiva]

Hey there! It's been a while. I wanted to update you all on progress from posting my success story several months ago. I am not the same today. I decided right after I found out my levels were 58 to stop taking vitamin D. I thought I would get it from the sun- 30 minutes at least every day. Thats how nature intended! Well since then my levels plummitted from 58 to 36 is less then 3 months. My last check was in Sep. I am sure I am lower now. Many of my old symptoms are coming back. I came back to this forum and was amazed at reading my words back when I was feeling better. What the heck was I thinking! Now I have to start all over again and find that balance. This goes to show I need supplementation for the rest of my life! For some reason my body doesnt absorb it from the sun. I felt so super I thought I was ok to taper back. No can do! A word of caution my friends. Find what works and stay with it!!!

[Gary3243]

I would go for more, 5k/day until your levels are above 40ng IMHO.  Read through the forum.  Good luck!