The Study of Vitamin D deficiency in Peri and Postmenopausal Women of Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 12
Abstract
Introduction: Vitamin D deficiency is a well-recognized epidemic problem worldwide. It is also common in older adult especially in women. The aim of this study was to determine serum Vitamin D level and factors which lead to vitamin D deficiency in peri and postmenopausal women. Material and Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted on women of age group 40-70 years in department of physiology, M.G.M Medical College, Jamshedpur. Result: The majority of participant 89.01% had vitamin D deficiency. In our study prevalence of vitamin D deficiency increased with age and more common in post-menopausal women than peri menopausal women. Conclusion: Our study concluded that high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in peri and postmenopausal women of Jamshedpur Jharkhand. Adequate vitamin D and calcium intake is the cornerstone of osteoporosis prevention
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Anita Kumari, Vinita Kumari
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