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Etiology
genetic predisposition
diets largely derived from carbohydrates and fats
than protein rich food.
hypothyroidism, cushings syndrome, insulinoma, and
hypothalamic disorders
Night blindness
Ocular lesions
Cutaneous lesions
Bitot spot
Xerophthalmia
Another sources
Soybean oil, sunflower oil, mayonnaise walnut,
lima beans, sweat potatoes, spinach, fish, liver, shell
fish, eggs.
Administration of 5 mg of pyridoxine
intramuscularly followed by 0.5 mg daily orally for
two weeks causes complete recovery.
Treatment/management
Vitamin B12 administered in doses 250-1000mg
intramuscularly.
Sources
Iodized salt
Sources
Oysters are recognized as the leading source