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20% of people with Hartnup disease do have symptoms. The most prominent symptom is a red, scaly rash that gets worse when the patient is exposed to sunlight. Headache, fainting, and diarrhea may also occur
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoA defect in intestines and kidneys makes it difficult to break down and absorb protein in the diet. This causes a condition very similar to pellegra (niacin deficiency)
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∙ 13y agoan inherited nutritional disorder with primary symptoms including a red, scaly rash and sensitivity to sunlight.
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What are the symptoms Hartnup disease?
ataxia, rash, mental and psychiatric abnormalities
How may symptoms of Hartnup disease be obviated?
Eating a healthy, high protein diet
How is Hartnup disease contracted?
The condition is passed on genetically in families. It occurs when a person inherits two recessive genes for the disease, one from each parent
When was John Hartnup Jr. born?
John Hartnup Jr. was born in 1841.
When did John Hartnup Jr. die?
John Hartnup Jr. died in 1892.
What are complications of Hartnup disease?
Mental retardation, cerebral ataxia (muscle weakness), and delirium (a confused, agitated, delusional state)
How is diagnosis of Hartnup disease confirmed?
a laboratory test of the urine which will contain an abnormally high amount of amino acids (aminoaciduria).
How can niacin deficiency be treated?
Niacin deficiency can be treated effectively with replacement of niacin in the diet. In the case of Hartnup disease, large quantities of niacin may be required for effective reversal of symptoms.
What are examples of secondary pellagra?
Various diseases that cause prolonged diarrhea, with cirrhosis of the liver, alcoholism, long-term use of the antituberculosis drug isoniazid, those with malignant cancer or Hartnup disease.
What is the treatment for Hartnup disease?
40-200 mg of nicotinamide (a form of niacin) per day to prevent pellagra-like symptoms. Some patients may require dietary supplements of tryptophan.
What disease is Heart disease lung disease and diabetes considered?
Heart disease, lung disease and diabetes can all be considered organ diseases. Lung disease is a pulmonary disease, while heart disease is a cardiovascular disease. They are different.
What kind of disease is cardiac disease?
Cardiac disease is disease of the heart.
