Megavitamin-B6 syndrome
Megavitamin-B6 syndrome
Megavitamin-B6 syndrome (pronunciation: meh-guh-vi-tuh-min B6 sin-drohm) is a medical condition that arises due to excessive intake of Vitamin B6 or pyridoxine.
Etymology
The term 'Megavitamin-B6 syndrome' is derived from the words 'mega', which means large, 'vitamin', referring to the essential nutrients required by the body, and 'B6', which is a specific type of vitamin. The word 'syndrome' is derived from the Greek word 'syndromē', which means 'concurrence of symptoms', or 'something that runs together'.
Definition
Megavitamin-B6 syndrome is characterized by a range of symptoms that occur as a result of chronic consumption of large doses of vitamin B6, typically more than 500 mg per day. The condition is also known as hypervitaminosis B6.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Megavitamin-B6 syndrome may include neuropathy, skin lesions, photosensitivity, nausea, heartburn, and severe abdominal pain. In severe cases, it can lead to nerve damage causing difficulty in walking and numbness in legs.
Causes
The primary cause of Megavitamin-B6 syndrome is the excessive intake of vitamin B6 supplements. The body requires a certain amount of vitamin B6 for proper functioning, and an excess of this can lead to toxicity.
Treatment
Treatment for Megavitamin-B6 syndrome primarily involves discontinuing the use of vitamin B6 supplements. In some cases, medical treatment may be required to manage the symptoms.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Megavitamin-B6 syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Megavitamin-B6 syndrome
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