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zinc deficiency

/zɪŋk dɪˈfɪʃənsi/

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/zɪŋk dɪˈfɪʃənsi/C1formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, при котором в организме наблюдается недостаточный уровень цинка, незаменимого минерала, что часто приводит к таким симптомам, как ослабление иммунной функции, выпадение волос и замедленное заживление ран.

A medical condition where the body has insufficient levels of zinc, an essential mineral, often leading to symptoms such as weakened immune function, hair loss, and delayed wound healing.

  1. Nutritional deficiencyB2formal

    A condition where the body does not have enough zinc, an essential mineral, leading to various health problems.

    ruДефицит цинка

    • Zinc deficiency can cause hair loss and slow wound healing.
    • Doctors often test for zinc deficiency in patients with chronic diarrhea.
    • A diet lacking in meat and legumes may lead to zinc deficiency.