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Iron deficiency
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Anemia
• Blood disorder • Deficiency of red blood cells • Not enough oxygen is carried to cells (Leads to fatigue) |
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Iodine deficiency
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Goitre
• Swelling in the neck due to enlarged thyroid gland |
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Vitamin A (Retinol) deficiency
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-Xerophthalmia (Dry eyes)
-Night blindness |
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Niacin (Vitamin B3) deficiency
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Pellagra
Diarrhea Dementia (Dermatitis) Skin Rash |
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Thiamin (Vitamin B1) deficiency
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Causes beri-beri
• Affects muscles, heart and nerves |
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Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) deficiency
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Causes Scurvy
• Bleeding lesions on the legs • Soft, rotten gums |
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Calciferol (Vitamin D) deficiency
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Rickets
• Softening of bones • Malformation of bones Retains calcium and phosphorus in the body Absorbs calcium ions into the blood Protects teeth and bones |
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Protein deficiency
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Marasmus
• Children under one year old • Causes retardation • Gaunt figure Kwashiorkor • Malnutrition • Children over 18 months old Edema • Swelling Fatigue, muscle weakness, slow development, weight loss, lethargy etc. |
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Calcium deficiency
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Osteoporosis
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Sodium deficiency
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Cramps
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