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Originally Posted by Lost Dog
Tell us about the calcium deficit. What does that mean? How do you know?
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Calcium deficit is my lack of calcium (obviously, lol). When I got tested by my doctor he said it is most likely from me not taking in enough calcium since I am lactose intolerant (b/c milk and dairy products are some of the best places to get your calcium from) and also I have had multiple kidney problems (kidney stones to be specific). I believe there are only two tests that can be done to measure your calcium levels: a urine test (which only measures the amount of calcium circulating in your blood and not in your bones) and a total calcium test. When I had my urine test done, they found out that my kidneys were not secreting enough calcium. I have yet to go back so they can do the total calcium level test and find out exactly how much calcium is in my bones. You cannot really tell by doing the urine test but based on my personal history I am sure that my bones do not have enough calcium.