Definitions for pellagra
pəˈlæg rə, -ˈleɪ grə, -ˈlɑ-pel·la·gra

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1. pellagra, Alpine scurvy, mal de la rosa, mal rosso, maidism, mayidism, Saint Ignatius' itchnoun

   a disease caused by deficiency of niacin or tryptophan (or by a defect in the metabolic conversion of tryptophan to niacin); characterized by gastrointestinal disturbances and erythema and nervous or mental disorders; may be caused by malnutrition or alcoholism or other nutritional impairments

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1. pellagranoun

   A disease, with skin lesions and mental confusion, primarily caused by a niacin deficiency.

2. Etymology: From pelle + agra

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1. Pellagra

   Pellagra is a disease caused by a lack of the vitamin niacin (vitamin B3). Symptoms include inflamed skin, diarrhea, dementia, and sores in the mouth. Areas of the skin exposed to either sunlight or friction are typically affected first. Over time affected skin may become darker, stiffen, peel, or bleed.There are two main types of pellagra, primary and secondary. Primary pellagra is due to a diet that does not contain enough niacin and tryptophan. Secondary pellagra is due to a poor ability to use the niacin within the diet. This can occur as a result of alcoholism, long-term diarrhea, carcinoid syndrome, Hartnup disease, and a number of medications such as isoniazid. Diagnosis is typically based on symptoms and may be assisted by urine testing.Treatment is with either niacin or nicotinamide supplementation. Improvements typically begin within a couple of days. General improvements in diet are also frequently recommended. Decreasing sun exposure via sunscreen and proper clothing is important while the skin heals. Without treatment death may occur. The disease occurs most commonly in the developing world, often as a disease of poverty associated with malnutrition, specifically sub-Saharan Africa.

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1. pellagra

   Pellagra is a disease caused by a deficiency of the nutrient niacin or vitamin B3 in the diet, characterized by diarrhea, dermatitis, and mental disorder, and associated with a diet that is low in protein and dependent on corn. It can be fatal if not treated with dietary modifications and vitamin supplements.

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1. Pellagranoun

   an erythematous affection of the skin, with severe constitutional and nervous symptoms, endemic in Northern Italy

2. Etymology: [It. pelle skin + agro rough.]

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1. Pellagra

   Pellagra is a vitamin deficiency disease most commonly caused by a chronic lack of niacin in the diet. It can be caused by decreased intake of niacin or tryptophan, and possibly by excessive intake of leucine. It may also result from alterations in protein metabolism in disorders such as carcinoid syndrome. A deficiency of the amino acid lysine can lead to a deficiency of niacin, as well.

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1. Pellagra

   pe-lā′gra, n. a loathsome skin disease supposed to be common in the rice-producing part of the north of Italy.—n. Pellā′grin, one afflicted with pellagra.—adj. Pellā′grous, like or afflicted with pellagra. [Gr. pella, skin, agra, seizure.]

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1. Pellagra

   A disease due to deficiency of NIACIN, a B-complex vitamin, or its precursor TRYPTOPHAN. It is characterized by scaly DERMATITIS which is often associated with DIARRHEA and DEMENTIA (the three D's).

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of pellagra in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

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   The numerical value of pellagra in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=pellagra
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Pellagra
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pellagra
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pellagra
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=pellagra
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=pellagra