(E50) Vitamin a deficiency
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Diagnosis vitamin a deficiency is diagnosed Women are 0.51% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis vitamin a deficiency
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis vitamin a deficiency
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease vitamin a deficiency - Men and Women aged 80-84
Disease Features vitamin a deficiency
Vitamin a deficiency - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - vitamin a deficiency
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to measure Vitamin A levels
- Eye examination
- Skin tests
- Urine tests
- X-rays
- CT scans
- MRI scans
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Increase dietary intake of Vitamin A rich foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, and squash.
- Take a Vitamin A supplement as recommended by a healthcare professional.
- Increase consumption of foods rich in beta-carotene, which is converted into Vitamin A in the body.
- Increase intake of foods high in antioxidants, such as berries, citrus fruits, and dark leafy greens.
- Increase intake of foods high in healthy fats, such as avocados, nuts, and seeds.
- Increase consumption of foods high in zinc, such as oysters, beef, and legumes.
- Increase consumption of foods high in iron, such as red meat, dark leafy greens, and legumes.
- Increase consumption of foods high in Vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, bell peppers, and strawberries.
- Increase consumption of foods high in Vitamin E, such as nuts, seeds, and leafy greens.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking.
- Exercise regularly.
- Reduce stress levels.
Vitamin a deficiency - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease vitamin a deficiency
Hair loss
(Alopecia, Baldness, Thinning hair, Male-pattern baldness, Female-pattern baldness, Scarring alopecia, Telogen effluvium, Anagen effluvium, Traction alopecia)
Hair loss is a common symptom that can manifest in various forms. It can be temporary, such as telogen effluvium, or it can be permanent, such as androgenic alopecia. It can manifest as thinning of the hair, bald patches, or complete baldness. It can develop gradually or suddenly, depending on the u...
Decreased vision
(Impaired vision, Blurred vision, Diminished vision, Reduced vision, Fuzzy vision, Clouded vision, Hazy vision, Poor vision, Weak vision, Low vision)
Decreased vision is a symptom of many underlying conditions. It can range from mild blurring of vision to complete loss of sight. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and may be accompanied by pain, headaches, or double vision. Depending on the underlying cause, it can be partial or complete, affec...
Dry mouth
(Xerostomia, Cottonmouth, Parched mouth, Mouth dryness, Dry tongue, Dry lips, Pasty mouth, Dry oral mucosa)
Dry mouth is a common symptom that can be caused by dehydration, medication side effects, or a medical condition. It is characterized by a feeling of dryness in the mouth and throat, accompanied by a decrease in saliva production. Dry mouth can be uncomfortable and can lead to difficulty speaking, s...
Photophobia
(Light sensitivity, Light intolerance, Light aversion, Light sensitivity disorder, Light-sensitive eyes, Sunlight sensitivity, Intolerance to light, Intolerance to bright light, Discomfort with bright light, Avoidance of light)
Photophobia is an extreme sensitivity to light. Symptoms include squinting, eye pain, and headaches. It can develop due to a variety of causes, including physical and mental health conditions, medications, and eye injuries. It can manifest as an aversion to bright light, or a feeling of discomfort a...
Peeling skin
Peeling skin is a symptom of a variety of skin conditions, often characterized by redness, flaking, and dryness. It can occur in patches or over the entire body. It develops due to a disruption of the skin's protective barrier, which can be caused by environmental factors, such as sun exposure, or u...
Changes in the structure of the skin
Changes in the structure of the skin can manifest as discoloration, lesions, bumps, blisters, or other abnormalities. These changes can be caused by a variety of factors, including environmental irritants, allergies, infection, and autoimmune diseases. The changes may start as small, localized patch...