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pellagra

/pəˈleɪ.ɡrə/

Traduction: Maladie due à une carence en niacine ou en tryptophane, caractérisée par des troubles gastro-intestinaux, une inflammation de la peau et des troubles neurologiques ou mentaux, souvent associée à la malnutrition ou à l'alcoolisme.

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C2formalcommonmedical/pəˈleɪ.ɡrə/

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A disease resulting from a deficiency of niacin or tryptophan, characterized by gastrointestinal issues, skin inflammation, and neurological or mental disturbances, often linked to malnutrition or alcoholism.

  • 🇫🇷Maladie due à une carence en niacine ou en tryptophane, caractérisée par des troubles gastro-intestinaux, une inflammation de la peau et des troubles neurologiques ou mentaux, souvent associée à la malnutrition ou à l'alcoolisme.
  1. Nutritional deficiency disease C2 formal medical

    A disease caused by a lack of niacin (vitamin B3) or tryptophan in the diet, or by a problem converting tryptophan to niacin. It is marked by digestive issues, skin inflammation, and nervous system problems.

    • Pellagra was common in the early 20th century in areas with a corn-based diet.
    • Symptoms of pellagra include dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia.
    • Treatment for pellagra involves niacin supplements and a balanced diet.

    🇫🇷Pellagre

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