Post by hdoublej on May 27, 2015 2:20:06 GMT
About a year ago, I noticed muscle cramps and fatigue when I would do as little as go up a flight of stairs. I figured I was just that out of shape and went on about my business. I'm extremely tired all the time, which I figured was just part of my busy life. I have several other symptoms but I won't bore you with those.
Recently, I started couch to 5k. I immediately started having really bad muscle cramps while exercising. I pushed myself because I thought I was just out of shape. It didn't get better after a month of exercise so I decided to go see my doctor.
She ordered blood work and I got the results today. Come to find out, all those symptoms that I could explain away were really symptoms of very low magnesium and slightly low vitamin D levels. I have been on Prilosec for 3 years for acid reflux. While Prilosec (and other meds like it) are great for acid reflux, they don't allow enough acid in your stomach to allow you to absorb vitamins you need.
I have to stay on the Prilosec because of reflux so the treatment is a prescription for magnesium and a vitamin D supplement.
Just a PSA for others who are on these meds and may be feeling the same way.
Recently, I started couch to 5k. I immediately started having really bad muscle cramps while exercising. I pushed myself because I thought I was just out of shape. It didn't get better after a month of exercise so I decided to go see my doctor.
She ordered blood work and I got the results today. Come to find out, all those symptoms that I could explain away were really symptoms of very low magnesium and slightly low vitamin D levels. I have been on Prilosec for 3 years for acid reflux. While Prilosec (and other meds like it) are great for acid reflux, they don't allow enough acid in your stomach to allow you to absorb vitamins you need.
I have to stay on the Prilosec because of reflux so the treatment is a prescription for magnesium and a vitamin D supplement.
Just a PSA for others who are on these meds and may be feeling the same way.
but I'm trying lol