Vitamin D is known to be extremely important vitamine for older people.
Osteomalacia in adults develops from vitamin D deficiency, commonly presenting with severe aching in bone and muscles, marked proximal muscle weakness making standing up and walking difficult and painful and a marked ‘waddling’ gait. This condition is common in older people, especially women .
Immediate risks are bleeding and infection. The first steps to take would be to call a teacher or staff member, call 911, and try to stop the blood flow.
