Vitamin A Deficiency
Vitamin A Deficiency
Vitamin A Deficiency (pronounced as vi-ta-min A de-fi-ci-en-cy) is a health condition that occurs when there is a low level of Vitamin A in the body.
Etymology
The term "Vitamin A Deficiency" is derived from the English language. "Vitamin" is a term that was coined in the early 20th century from the Latin word "vita" meaning "life" and the Greek word "amine" after it was discovered that these substances are amines necessary for life. "Deficiency" comes from the Latin word "deficientia" meaning "a lack or shortage".
Definition
Vitamin A Deficiency is a condition characterized by low levels of Vitamin A in the body. This can lead to a range of health problems, including Night blindness, Dry eyes, and Skin problems. In severe cases, it can also lead to Blindness.
Causes
Vitamin A Deficiency is typically caused by a diet that is low in Vitamin A. This can occur in areas where people do not have access to foods rich in Vitamin A, such as Carrots, Sweet potatoes, and Spinach. It can also be caused by problems with the body's ability to absorb Vitamin A from food, which can occur in conditions such as Celiac disease, Crohn's disease, and Cystic fibrosis.
Related Terms
- Vitamin
- Deficiency
- Night blindness
- Dry eyes
- Skin problems
- Blindness
- Carrots
- Sweet potatoes
- Spinach
- Celiac disease
- Crohn's disease
- Cystic fibrosis
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