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Has anyone had a dexa scan to check for osteomalacia?

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valerie23077
valerie23077

I have severe vitamin d deficiency (result was 14) I have been prescribed cholecalciferol 20,000 a day for seven days then once a week for five weeks.

I have been having bone pain, muscle weakness and severe tiredness which has been getting worse.

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  • trex
    trex

    Posted

    no they dont do that on NHS they just tell you to take vitamin D and sit under the sun, apart from that they just dont care.
  • valerie23077
    valerie23077

    Posted

    Hi, yes I have been referred for s dexa scan by the endocrine consultant. This is on the NHS
  • trex
    trex

    Posted

    @valerie23077 which part of the country are you in and what is your secret ?
  • valerie23077
    valerie23077

    Posted

    I am in Nottinghamshire and was referred by my GP as this is the protocol they have to follow.
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