What is a nutritional disorder caused by vitamin B3 deficiency, leading to clinical manifestations from the skin, gastrointestinal tract and nervous system?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Pellagra.
- Malnutrition caused by vitamin B3 deficiency is called pellagra.
- Pellagra leads to clinical manifestations affecting the skin, gastrointestinal tract, and nervous system.
- Symptoms may include dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, and other neurological abnormalities.
- Treatment typically involves supplementation with vitamin B3 (niacin) and addressing dietary deficiencies.