Hello doctor, my mother is 54 years old. She is suffering from severe pain in her whole body. Blood tests show calcium 8 and vitamin D 13. She is now unable to stand or walk. She has been prescribed Shelcal 500 mg once a day and cholecalciferol vitamin D capsule once a week. Her hemoglobin is 8. She is still not getting relief from pain and weakness in the bones. What should I do so that she can stand properly? Please help.

Dr Yusuf Mohammad

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 8+ Yrs

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Low calcium (8), low Vitamin D (13), and low hemoglobin (8) can cause severe body pain, weakness, and difficulty standing. Continue Shelcal daily and Vitamin D weekly as advised. Her hemoglobin is very low and needs urgent correction, add iron supplements and a diet rich in green leafy vegetables, fruits, and pulses. Ensure adequate hydration and gradual movement to prevent falls. You can book CBC, Serum Calcium, and Vitamin D tests after 6 weeks to monitor improvement. Consult your doctor for IV iron or further evaluation if weakness continues.

Answered 09/09/2025