Ok my turn to come forward

Those who know me really know me know I dont  talk much about myself meaning I dont open up to many and Im not going to  tell my whole dirty story here just because Im not ready to  be  thrashed so to speak but those who are close enough to know me have known Im dealing with some diffacult times as well as a few others here on the board. Lord knows there are some far worse than myself and my prayers go out to them dearly and I hope all works out for you all. But I too am here for prayers for myself now for those to keep me in your daily prayers that Im guided in the right direction in the next few month as I do have alot going on in my life more than I so was planning for in my life I can tell you that. Alot Im very greatful for  because a few years back I was  sitting in front of this computer  doing nothing, now Im working and going to school as well as feeling  very emotional overwelmed in so many areas in my life and with the holidays approaching and  everything in the ecconomy going on with very dear people having tragedys stiking to close to home and things totally out of my control Im having a very hard time. And then I get a call from my surgeon on my bloodwork that my Vitamin D is very low and for how long who knows its been at least a year since its been cheacked as well as my parathyroid levels elivated an there telling me  something to the fact of my vit. D eating bone its all out there for me  some Im in the process of researching because of course the DR didnt call and explain the nutritionlist called and made no since to me what she was telling me, Im country tall plan english to me  darn it. So if any of you know or have dealt with this and can make me understand  this  other than the fact Im scared to death about what I have read that it cant be good if not treated  properly I was told to up my  calcium  from 2 pills a day to 6 well when I told her why have I only been taking 2 to begin w/ for  3 years and not had problems before she said she didnt know? So Im not a happy camper w/ the results of the way things ahve rolled out. SO if you could put my mind at ease on this problem that would be a plus. THen I could go back to worrying about something else. My hubby was told he has high cholesterol, we went last night  to sear and bought a nice treadmill so now I have that I dont have to freeze walking outside now so Jill I need some tips on that bugger now  I want to get this weight off if it kills me  now that Im back into class on Monday and working  I want the treadmill worked in the schedule, so some pointers there MRS trainer. And by the way hope everyone has a Happy  and safe Thanksgiving.......

Prissy,

You are in my prayers. Keep your chin held high and stand proud!! I am so sorry to hear you are going through alot right now. Stay positive everyday every moment!!

I too was told that at one appointment. I was low on Vit D and my parathyroid was high. I researched this on the net and it concerned me. However, I was put on a prescription Vit D. At the next appointment, it was way too high because I was also taking calcium with Vit D. I was rechecked yesterday.

Hopefully they will get yours regulated. I'm glad you are getting this checked yearly. I hope all things will go well for you. You are in my prayers.

Hi I don't know you personally but I've enjoyed reading your post and learning things. I am 9 months out and have so much problem with my bones, esp. in my back and hips. I cry almost everyday with this pain, well I had my bloodwork check out when I was 7 months out  and was told that everything was ok.  I went to to my family  dr. about my back and she did another blood test, and low and behold I was lacking Vit. D very low, so she put me on vitamin D and more calcium. I have another appt. with my weight surgeon in Dec. so we will see just what is going on.
I will keep you and Penny and myself in prayer for this problem with our blood.
Thanks for posting as I keep alot of things inside also and don't  share . Have a Blessed Thanksgiving.
Tomygirl

Oh sweetie! I am so sorry to hear you are having problems. I am going to add you to my prayer list. It can NEVER get too long. I don't know your entire story, but I am here if you want to talk. You have been so kind to me, and I would love to be able to be a listening ear for you now. I am not sure about the vitiamin issues. Big hugs to you!

Alright Chickie!  Major prayers coming your way.  As Brooke said...that list can NEVER get too long!  I am here if you need anything.  I, too, suffer from low vitamin d.  I think the majority of us do post op but not all are on the ball and having their levels checked by the right doctor that knows what to look for.  I began taking a once a month booster and doubling my daily dose as well and it is still low!  It was checked just a couple of weeks ago and now I am on a prescription booster daily.  I know that Kat has documented this extensivily on her profile.  She was low when she was preggers with Nora, too.  I am here if you need ANYTHING!

I'm so glad you came here to talk.  You are in my prayers and I'm sending healing energy your way to get through these tough times and to get back on track with your Vit D and weightloss.  I know with your doctors help you can sort through the vit deficiency.  I don't know diddle about vitamins, but expect to get a learning next month when I have my labs pulled.  I'll try to ask them at Vit D when I'm there.  Great news on the treadmill!  Put on some pumped up music and go for a walk.  It definately beats cold walks outside.  Come spring you can add nature walks outside to liven it up a bit.  :)

BIG HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!

Melinda you know you are in all my prayers and I am so full of admiration for youyand what you have pulled yourself through and the progress that you are making to date.

But I also hear your fear about the Vit D thing and in a lot of cases most doctors do not know what doses to provide anyone. You can overdose on it so be careful.  Here is something I pulled up from the Mayo Clinic

Vitamin D

How much vitamin D do I need?
If you have been told to take a vitamin D supplement, a dose between 400-800 International Units (IU) per day is safe and potent. Older patients should take the 800 IU/day dose. Almost all multivitamins contain 400 IU/day. Also, many vitamin D supplements can be bought at most drug stores, food stores, and health food stores. Many calcium supplements also contain vitamin D in the right amount.

Can I get my vitamin D requirements from foods?
Very few foods are naturally rich in vitamin D. Milk is most often fortified with 125 IU of vitamin D per glass. There is also some vitamin D in eggs, organ meats, and fish such as salmon, sardines, and herring. Vitamin D is also manufactured in the skin right after direct exposure to sunlight. Sunlight exposure to the hands, face and arms for as little as 5-15 minutes, 2-3 times per week is helpful to produce vitamin D.

So if your multivitamin also contains it you may just want to supplement an extra 400 - 800 IU per day to start with and get it checked to see if what you are taking is helping.

I am always here for you! You are in my thoughts - don't be a stranger - you have always been here for me  and for that I am eternally grateful....

much love

Jackie

Hi Melinda,

I'm so sorry to hear about everything you're going through recently. My endocrinologist put me on 1000 IUs of Vitamin D over a year ago when I had some low readings. He called it the Virginia Syndrome; that at the latitude that VA is during the winter, we don't' get enough D from the sun because of the way VA and everything north of Va is pointed to relationship to the sun. We need at least 20 minutes of sun daily, year round to produce Vitamin D.

I am 56 years old and don't know if my requirements are higher than yours based on age or not.

Hope this helps a bit!

Diana

Hi Melinda,
   Prayers coming your way, for sure. A year ago my pcp found out I was vitamin D deficient. Labs done through my surgeon never revealed the deficiency. (We have the same surgeon.)Though my thyroid is fine, the thought of being deficient with this vitamin is scary. My doc, like others have posted, placed me on vitamin D therapy. After a year, my levels are normal.
   Not sure about the bone eating issue. Hopefully the deficiency was detected early enough that  all will be fine.
   Thanks for sharing.
   Cindy