A 60-year-old female presents with worsening joint pain in her knees and hips. She has a history of obesity. What could be the issue?
This patient's joint pain might suggest osteoarthritis, particularly given her age and history of obesity. Vitamin D deficiency could potentially contribute to her symptoms, as it's been linked with joint pain and osteoarthritis progression in some studies. Assessing her Vitamin D levels and considering supplementation, along with weight management strategies, could potentially help manage her symptoms.