(19-01-11) Vitamin D Supplementation in the Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic.

von Scheven E, Burnham JM.
Pediatric Rheumatology, University of California, San Francisco, Box 0107, 533 Parnassus Avenue, Room U-126, San Francisco, CA, 94143, USA, [email protected].
Abstract
Vitamin D is capturing the attention of healthy and chronically ill populations for its potential skeletal and nonskeletal benefits. New information suggesting a role in immune modulation has led to a surge of interest among rheumatologists. Although the epidemiologic data are limited, it appears that many children with rheumatic conditions are at risk of vitamin D deficiency. However, understanding this phenomenon requires an appreciation for how vitamin D status is assessed, and options for supplementation. Although a "more-is-better" attitude is tempting when considering the medicinal effects of a nutritional supplement, we suggest a cautious approach and suggest that further studies are needed to clarify the potential benefits and risks among children with rheumatic conditions.

Source: Curr Rheumatol Rep. 2011 Jan 8.

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