My dad just turned 50 and he's in good health overall. His recent routine stress test showed a positive result, which has us concerned. He was also found to have a Vitamin D deficiency, with a level of 9.8. Could this deficiency be linked to the stress test results? Should we be worried about one affecting the other?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Vitamin D deficiency can impact cardiovascular health and may affect the results of a stress test. It is important to address the Vitamin D deficiency to improve overall health. Your father can take Vitamin D supplements such as "Calcirol" 60,000 IU once a week for 8 weeks followed by maintenance dose of 1000-2000 IU daily. Additionally, he should spend time in sunlight and consume foods rich in Vitamin D like fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified dairy products. Regular follow-up with his healthcare provider is recommended to monitor his Vitamin D levels and cardiovascular health.

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