Nutritional Deficiencies

Medical Review

Written by: Dr. Von Chiao Wen Doctor of Medicine (MD), N.I. Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University
Reviewed by: Dr. Lee Chin Meng Doctor of Medicine (MD), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Overview of Nutritional Deficiencies

Nutritional deficiency is a condition where the body lacks many different vitamins and minerals which are essential for the development of the body. These nutritions aren’t produced by the bodies but obtained through the diet.

Signs and Symptoms of Nutritional Deficiencies

Pallor or pale skin, Fatigue, Weakness, Trouble breathing, Unusual food cravings, Hair loss, Periods of lightheadedness, Constipation, Sleepiness, Heart palpitations, Feeling faint or fainting, Depression, Yingling and numbness of the joints, Menstrual issues such as missed periods or very heavy cycles, Poor concentration

Common Causes of Nutritional Deficiencies

Malnutrition, Starvation

Risk Factors of Nutritional Deficiencies

Refugees, Endocrine/ Metabolic/ and Nutritional Diseases, Inflammatory bowel disease

Investigation Techniques for Nutritional Deficiencies

Blood tests, Complete blood count (CBC), Blood urea and serum electrolytes

Treatment and Prevention of Nutritional Deficiencies

Dietary changes, Supplements, Parenteral administration

Available Nutritional Deficiencies Medicines

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