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pellagra

/pəˈleɪ.ɡrə/

Tradução: Doença causada pela deficiência de niacina (vitamina B3) ou de triptofano, caracterizada por distúrbios gastrointestinais, inflamação da pele e alterações neurológicas ou psiquiátricas; costuma estar associada à desnutrição ou ao alcoolismo.

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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.

  • 🇵🇹Doença causada pela deficiência de niacina (vitamina B3) ou de triptofano, caracterizada por distúrbios gastrointestinais, inflamação da pele e alterações neurológicas ou psiquiátricas; costuma estar associada à desnutrição ou ao alcoolismo.
  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.

    🇵🇹Pelagra

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