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- 09 Jun 2026
The real question: "I took Vitamin D 5000 IU daily, and after a week my body started hurting. Is this normal?"
The answer: **No** — Vitamin D does not cause bone pain; rather, **deficiency** is the main cause!
The Common Confusion
When you start taking Vitamin D after a severe deficiency, you may feel a "tingling" sensation in the nerves around the bones — mistakenly interpreted as pain. But it's actually a sign of healing.
True pain from **excess** Vitamin D (very rare) would be accompanied by:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dry throat
- Lab results showing calcium >10.5 mg/dL
SehaSave Recommendation: Test your Vitamin D levels before supplementing. 92% of patients in Dubai have levels <20 ng/mL (severely deficient).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the normal Vitamin D level in the UAE?
The DHA recommends 30–50 ng/mL. Below 20 is severe deficiency, above 100 is toxic (very rare).
Is Dubai sun enough for Vitamin D?
No — due to avoiding peak sunlight (heat), wearing covering clothes, and using sunscreen, 78% of residents need supplements.
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