This includes people who have anemia, nerve damage, or gastrointestinal problems that affect nutrient absorption
BMI codes (Z68.1): Per guidelines, BMI codes may be assigned based on documentation by any clinician (not limited to the physician) since BMI is an objective measurement
[1] A review of literature shows that the prevalence of PA is higher in Northern Europe, especially in Scandinavian countries, and among people of African descent, and that increased awareness of the disease and better diagnostic tools might play a role in apparently higher rates of incidence
Understanding Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms The signs of a deficiency can be subtle at first, but they often worsen if left untreated
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Thyroid Function : Rare reports of temporary thyroid function changes, though causation remains unclear in research literature