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*
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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 |
Talk to people with vitamin A deficiency
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members say they have this condition