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Vitamin D

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Dover, TN

i found out a few years ago that i have a vitamin d deficency, i just wondered if this was common in other fibro patients? the meds really help,with minor aches and pain.

February 5, 2015
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Low Vitamin D & Fibromyalgia
By Stephen Christensen
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by muscular pain, headaches, fatigue, sleep disturbances, morning stiffness and mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety. Scientists at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, report that fibromyalgia, which has been diagnosed in children, adolescents and adults of both sexes, affects about 4 percent of the U.S. population. Low vitamin D levels may contribute to musculoskeletal pain in some individuals who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia.

February 11, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

it seems to be something common in fibro patients; i know i have to take vit d and magnesium supplements; i also take 'flora' -one of the best strong prebiotics, drink a 'greens' enzyme powder mix, omega 3 supplement; and started taking d ribose

June 23, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

every time I have my blood work done my Vitamin D is low. Don't know if this is common with Fibro or not but I think it is.

May 15, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

For myself I didn't find it helped.

February 24, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

continued:
Autoimmune diseases
Vitamin D may reduce inflammation and help prevent autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and Crohn's disease. However, further high-quality research is needed to confirm these results.

Fibromyalgia (long-term, body-wide pain)
Vitamin D has been studied for the treatment of fibromyalgia, but evidence is lacking in support of its effectiveness. Further study is needed.

February 24, 2015

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