Hi, I am experiencing a burning and needle prick type sensation in my arms, legs, and buttocks. My recent blood tests show Vitamin D level: 19 and Vitamin B12 level: 810. Please advise the possible cause and next steps.

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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Burning and pinching in arms, legs, and buttocks is often due to nerve irritation or deficiency. Your Vitamin D is low (19), this can cause nerve pain and weakness. Vitamin B12 is good (810), so that is not the issue here. Start Vitamin D supplements and light sun exposure.

Dr. Vasanthasree Suggests...

Take a 25-HYDROXY VITAMIN D (D2+D3) Test or Take a HBA1C (GLYCATED HEMOGLOBIN) Test

Book 25-HYDROXY VITAMIN D (D2+D3) Test Book HBA1C (GLYCATED HEMOGLOBIN) Test

Answered 10/09/2025

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