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Sir, My little baby have a bend on his leg, then i have an appointment with a doctor, he did some treatment and x-ray. Finally he told me that is not a major issue. just do a massage on his leg as much as we can and comeback after 3 month. But we are little confuse and pursuing to go for further treatment. So, please let me know what s your suggestion. expecting your replay sajid vadakkan India
If at young age you are having low vitamin D then there is high possibility that you will have osteoporosis . You can do vit D levels in blood. Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency include Bowing of legs,pot belly abdomen,excessive crying Bone pain and muscle weakness. However, for many people, the symptoms are subtle. Yet even without symptoms, too little vitamin D can pose health risks. Low blood levels of the vitamin have been associated with the following: Increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease Cognitive impairment in older adults
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Hello If at young age you are having low vitamin D then there is high possibility that you will have osteoporosis . You can do vit D levels in blood. Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency include Bowing of legs,pot belly abdomen,excessive crying Bone pain and muscle weakness. However, for many people, the symptoms are subtle. Yet even without symptoms, too little vitamin D can pose health risks. Low blood levels of the vitamin have been associated with the following: Increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease Cognitive impairment in older adults Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.