Sunshine Vitamin Limits Lung Disease Flare-ups: Study Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014 Vitamin D can reduce symptom flare-ups from COPD, diseases such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, by 40 percent, according to a new study from Queen Mary University of London. As reported by Medical Xpress, vitamin D deficient patients saw a dramatic reduction in flare-ups from supplementation, while those with higher vitamin D status before the study experienced modestly reduced severity and duration of symptoms. A flare-up is experiencing intensified symptoms for an extended period that may require hospitalization. “Flare-ups of chronic bronchitis and emphysema (COPD) can be debilitating for patients, sometimes leading to hospitalisation and even death,” lead author Adrian Marineau says. “Our research has shown how an inexpensive vitamin supplement can significantly reduce the risk of flare-ups for patients who are vitamin D deficient, which could have a major public health benefit. Our findings suggest that patients with COPD should have their vitamin D status tested and should begin taking supplements if their levels are found to be low.” The study included 240 patients, half of whom were give vitamin D supplements and the other half equivalent placebo. This is the first trial of vitamin D’s impact on severity and duration of COPD symptoms examine patients whose conditions range from mild to severe.
Posted on: Thu, 04 Dec 2014 15:53:37 +0000
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