Can vitamin D deficiency lead to knee pain?
Patient: Hello Doctor I am namrata I m 31 years old post my delivery in 2009, my knee pain started and gradually increased and when I had and X-ray I got to know the knee cartilage shrink in both knees; but I never had any major or minor accident before. Also I had Vitamin d deficiency for which i have already taken injections. i am taking treatment for this since 1 year butnot getting relief. Please suggest me any remedies thru which I can restore this back as I don t need to go for surgery at this early stage Doctor: Hello,At your age thinning of cartilage is not a common condition. If you are having knee pain then most common reason at your age can be overweight and lack of exercise. You may start exercises, vitamin D deficiency can lead to knee pain but for osteoarthritis, it is not a established reason. You may do warm fomentation with water bag over your knee with exercises for at least 3 times a day. There are some supplements which can also be helpful like glucosamine, chondroitin and collagen supplements. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon