What are the symptoms of pellagra disease, and how is it treated? - #14591
I recently heard about pellagra disease, and I’m wondering how common it is. From what I understand, it happens due to a lack of niacin (vitamin B3), but I don’t know how to tell if someone has it. What are the early signs? Does it start with skin problems, or are there other symptoms first? Lately, I’ve been feeling really tired, my skin looks dry and rough, and I’ve had occasional digestive issues. I don’t know if it’s related to pellagra disease or just a vitamin deficiency in general. How do doctors diagnose this condition? Is it reversible if caught early? I also read that Ayurveda has ways to treat vitamin deficiencies naturally. Are there foods or herbs that can help restore niacin levels? Since pellagra disease is caused by a nutritional deficiency, does that mean it can be completely cured just by eating the right foods? If anyone has experience with pellagra disease or knows someone who had it, I’d love to hear what worked for them. Is it something that goes away quickly once treated, or does it take a long time to recover?
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