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Does Low Thyroid Levels And Vitamin Content Cause Joints Pain?

first i was diagnosed with mixed connective tissue disease and been on paqeunil for about 2 months now they say its rheumatoid arthritis and want me to get on metraxate. i believe my thyroid levels are down and vitiamin d can that cause aching joints?
Sat, 24 Apr 2021
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Hi,

Low thyroid and low vitamin D both can cause joint symptoms. You should get both the values tested and seek help of endocrinologist for specific treatment.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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Does Low Thyroid Levels And Vitamin Content Cause Joints Pain?

Hi, Low thyroid and low vitamin D both can cause joint symptoms. You should get both the values tested and seek help of endocrinologist for specific treatment. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician