Question

When might you have a vitamin K deficiency?

Answer 1

While vitamin K deficiencies are uncommon, you may be at higher risk if you:

• Have a disease that affects absorption in the digestive tract, such as Crohn's disease or active celiac disease
• Take drugs that interfere with vitamin K absorption
• Are severely malnourished
• Drink alcohol heavily In these cases, a health care provider might suggest vitamin K supplements.