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Pellagra should be ruled out in patients with lesions on sun-exposed areas. Predisposing factors for pellagra should be assessed along with the social situation of patients and the presence of digestive or neurological abnormalities.
Pellagra should be ruled out in patients with lesions on sun-exposed areas. Predisposing factors for pellagra should be assessed along with the social situation of patients and the presence of digestive or neurological abnormalities.
Pellagra is a disease caused by a lack of the vitamin niacin (vitamin B 3). [2] Symptoms include inflamed skin, diarrhea, dementia, and sores in the mouth. [1] Areas of the skin exposed to friction and radiation are typically affected first. [1]
30 de oct. de 2020 · The classical appearance of dermatitis and its distribution over the sun-exposed area confirms the diagnosis of pellagra. She reported burning sensations over these lesions and no diarrhoea or neurological symptoms.
25 de abr. de 2021 · Pellagra is a deadly nutritional disease caused by niacin deficiency. Although practically eradicated in developed countries, it still affects vulnerable populations. The diagnosis is based on the presence of characteristic dermatitis in sun-exposed areas, diarrhea, and dementia.
Pellagra also produces a distinctive type of dermatitis, particularly on sun-exposed areas of the body, such as the face, neck, arms, legs, hands and feet. Deprived of energy resources, the skin cells become more photosensitive.
1 de nov. de 2020 · The classical appearance of dermatitis and its distribution over the sun-exposed area confirms the diagnosis of pellagra. She reported burning sensations over these lesions and no diarrhoea or neurological symptoms.
