Does high-dose intramuscular injection of vitamin D have any effects?
Disease description:
The doctor said I have a severe vitamin D deficiency and administered a high-dose vitamin D injection. Could this cause any discomfort? Also, is there any risk associated with high-dose intramuscular vitamin D injections?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Lei
High-dose intramuscular injection of vitamin D has risks. It may cause vitamin D toxicity, leading to severe damage to most organs. Excessive vitamin D also suppresses the immune system, reducing children's resistance. Therefore, administration of vitamin D injections in children must be clearly documented; repeated injections should be avoided, and blood tests must be performed before injection.
