Question 1

will vitamin/mineral deficiency cause eczema-like symptoms? (if yes, what vitamin(s) or mineral(s)?)

Accepted Answer

Yes: Low zinc levels, low magnesium levels as well a deficiencies in vitamins c, b2, and b6.  Along with low essential fatty acids can be associated to eczema. Do not forget the strong hereditary and allergic component.

Question 2

are there uniform signs and symptoms of vitamin deficiencies?

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NO: The symptoms are extremely variable, depending on the deficiency. Classic deficiency diseases are rare in developed countries but do occur. B1 def = beriberi, c = scurvy. The commonest deficiencies in america are d and b although c is surprisingly common, but never in classic form.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of having vitamin b2 deficiency?

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Symptoms include: Sore tongue, chapped lips; mouth and throat infection; bloodshot eyes; sensitivity to light.  Rich sources of b2 (riboflavin, a micronutrient) include meat, whole grains, green leafy veges, mushrooms and almonds.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of deficiency of vitamin d?

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Many: Possible, pain, numbness or paresthesias, fatigue, mental issues, etc...

Question 5

what are the signs or symptoms of vitamin a, d, e, or k deficiency?

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Too broad: Each one has a different constellations of signs and symptoms.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of vitamin e deficiency?

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Mostly neurological: Symptoms of vit e deficiency include poor balance ; coordination, peripheral neuropathy, muscle weakness and damage to the retina of the eye. Vit e deficiency may also increase risk of heart disease and cataracts and reduce immune function. See http://umm.Edu/health/medical/altmed/supplement/vitamin-e ; http://lpi.Oregonstate.Edu/infocenter/vitamins/vitamine/.

Question 7

what are symptoms of mild vitamin e deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Rare: Frank vitamin E deficiency is rare and overt deficiency symptoms have not been found in healthy people who obtain little vitamin E from their diets. If there is a deficiency symptoms include poor transmission of nerve impulses, muscle weakness, and retinal degeneration that leads to blindness.

Question 8

what are the symptoms of vitamin b12 deficiency?

Accepted Answer

B12 for red cells: Many people are B12 deficient. It's an important nutrient in red blood cell and nerve development.  Symptoms of deficiency include: weakness, fast heart beat, pale skin, easy bruising, tingling or numbness in fingers and toes, difficulty walking, depression, memory loss and dementia.  A significant factor in causes of this deficiency is the use of acid-reducing drugs for gerd.

Question 9

what are the major symptoms of vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Each vitamin is essential to your body for a different reason. A deficiency in one may have symptoms different than others. If you suspect a deficiency, speak to your physician. Most deficiencies, including vitamin d, can be addressed by a proper diet.

Question 10

how long will vitamin deficiency symptoms last if untreated?

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Until treated: If you are deficient in a vitamin, the symptoms will persist (and likely even worsen over time) until the deficiency is treated by supplying adequate amounts of the needed vitamin. It may take some time for symptoms to reverse even after one takes the needed vitamin as it can take time for our bodies to recover from the damage done. It is even possible for some of the damage to be permanent.

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