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GlossaryVitamin A Deficiency (avitaminosis A)

lack of vitamin A leading to vision and immune issues

Vitamin A Deficiency, also known as hypovitaminosis A, occurs when the body doesn't get enough vitamin A, an essential nutrient for maintaining healthy vision, immune function, and skin health. This deficiency can lead to symptoms such as night blindness, an increased risk of infections, and in severe cases, can cause complete blindness and other serious health issues.

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research Canities and Alopecia in Children Associated with Avitaminosis

10 citations, November 1946 in “Journal of the American Medical Association”

Severe vitamin deficiencies in children can cause significant hair problems.

research The Nutritional Biochemistry of Wool and Hair Follicles

14 citations, April 2000 in “Animal Science/Animal science”

Nutrients like vitamins, copper, zinc, and amino acids are crucial for healthy hair and wool growth.

research Contributions of Experimental Animal Research to Dermatology

1 citations, March 1954 in “Archives of dermatology”

Animal research has greatly advanced dermatology.

research An Essential Role for RXRα in the Development of Th2 Responses

50 citations, December 2005 in “European Journal of Immunology”

RXRα is crucial for proper immune response and links diet to immune function.

research The Water Soluble Vitamins: Choline, Biotin, Inositol, and Para-Aminobenzoic Acid

5 citations, December 1942 in “Journal of the American Medical Association”

Choline and biotin are important for liver health and preventing certain deficiencies in animals, and more research is needed to understand their benefits in humans.

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