Term Name: | pellagra |
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Synonyms: | Niacin deficiency, Niacin-tryptophan deficiency |
Definition: | A nutritional deficiency disease that is characterized by deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3), has_symptom gastrointestinal disturbance, anorexia, diarrhea, dementia, hallucinations, depression, psychosis, and/or non-specific skin changes, and has_material_basis_in deficiency of niacin, often from inadequate diet, malabsorption, or medication side effects. |
Ontology: | Human Disease [DOID:8457] ( DOID:8457 ) |