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Pellegra is associated with a deficiency of the B vitamin -- niacin . To cure it, one would add niacin to their diet. The body can also make niacin from the amino acid (a protein building block), tryptophan. Pellegra is rare unless there is an overall deficiency of food, vitamin and mineral intake including tryptophan and niacin.

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How do you cure pellagra?

Pellagra can be cured by taking nicotinamide. The nicotinamide can be found in pill form and will reverse the condition of pellagra.


Is there a cure for pellagra?

Yes, pellagra can be cured with proper treatment. Treatment typically involves supplementation with niacin (a form of vitamin B3) and a balanced diet. If left untreated, pellagra can lead to serious complications, but early diagnosis and treatment can lead to a full recovery.


Why was nicotinic acid considered a miracle cure?

Nicotinic acid was considered a miracle cure because a person suffering from Pellagra could be cured in just a few days time by taking the vitamin. Pellagra causes sores on the skin, loss of appetite, and can even cause mental problems.


What evidence did Dr.Goldberger conclude about pellagra?

he knew in the south every had pellagra


Is pellegra an infectious disease?

Pellagra is not an infectious disease. Pellagra is a nutritional deficiency disease.


What is the prognosis of pellagra?

Untreated pellagra will continue progressing over the course of several years, and is ultimately fatal.


What is the cause of primary pellagra?

Primary pellagra results when the diet is extremely deficient in niacin-rich foods.


What did dr.goldberger do provide evidence of the relationship between pellagra and nutrition?

Dr.Goldberger did an experiment to see what caused pellagra


What did dr.Goldberger do to provide evidence of the relationship between pellagra and nutrition?

Dr.Goldberger did an experiment to see what caused pellagra


Who discovered pellagra?

The physician Dr. Gaspar Casal first described pellagra in the 18th century. However, the definitive link between diet and pellagra was made by Dr. Joseph Goldberger in the early 20th century.


What are the 4 D's of pellagra?

The 4 D's of pellagra are dermatitis (skin rash), diarrhea, dementia (mental confusion), and ultimately death if left untreated. Pellagra is caused by a deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3) in the diet.


What phobia is the fear of pellagra?

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