Question

Which of the following vitamins is useful in osteomalacia?

• A. Vitamin D
• B. Vitamin B12
• C. Vitamin A
• D. Vitamin C

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Osteomalacia refers to a softening of your bones, often caused by a vitamin D deficiency. Soft bones are more likely to bow and fracture than are harder, healthy bones. Osteomalacia is not the same as osteoporosis, another bone disorder that also can lead to bone fractures.

Osteomalacia results from a defect in the bone-building process, while osteoporosis develops due to a weakening of previously constructed bone. Muscle weakness and achy bone pain are the major symptoms of osteomalacia. Treatment for osteomalacia involves replenishing low levels of vitamin D and calcium and treating any underlying disorders that may be causing the deficiencies.