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Scientists discover strange link between low vitamin D and pain

Recent developments have brought attention to scientists discover strange link between low vitamin d and pain.

14 September 2026
Scientists discover strange link between low vitamin D and pain
Scientists discover strange link between low vitamin D and pain
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Recent developments have brought attention to scientists discover strange link between low vitamin d and pain.

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Patients with vitamin D deficiency were three times more likely to experience moderate to severe pain during the first 24 hours following surgery and additionally used substantially more of the opioid painkiller tramadol

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They received slightly more fentanyl throughout surgery and experienced more postoperative nausea as well

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  • 01Patients with vitamin D deficiency were three times more likely to experience moderate to severe pain. In turn, throughout the first 24 hours after surgery moreover also used substantially more of the opioid painkiller tramadol
  • 02They received slightly more fentanyl during surgery. In turn, and experienced more postoperative nausea as well
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