What is vitamin A deficiency?

Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin important for specific bodily functions such as eyesight, the immune system and the integumentary system. A deficiency could occur as a result of malnourishment, age and sickness. Early signs include dry skin and hair, a weakened immune system and vision problems.

How do members experience vitamin A deficiency?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with vitamin A deficiency*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for vitamin A deficiency*

Who has vitamin A deficiency on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 0
30s 3
40s 1
50s 8
60s 2
70+ 0

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 1
Female 13