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Yes, exposing yourself to sunlight can help in treating osteomalacia as it helps in synthesis of vitamin D in the body. The cause of osteomalacia is deficiency of Vitamin D and thus exposure to sunlight helps in treatment of the disease.

Following foods can help you manage the symptoms of osteomalacia
- Fish, egg yolk
- Vitamin D fortified foods like cereals, bread, milk
- Cheese, orange juice
- Yogurt

Lifestyle changes are useful in treating osteomalacia. These are
- Taking a healthy diet with foods rich in vitamin D
- Adequate sun exposure
- Exercise, stress reduction
- Avoid smoking and alcohol

The common medicines used for treating osteomalacia are vitamin D and calcium supplements. These include ergocalciferol, calciferol, calcidol, calcium lactate and calcium phosphate. Symptomatic treatment is also given

Yes, the treatment for osteomalacia can lead to side effects like
- nausea, vomiting
- allergic reaction
- constipation, confusion
- muscle weakness
- headache, drowsiness
- dry mouth, irregular heart beat