Pellagra
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Pellagra is a disease caused by a deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3) or of its precursor in the diet, which mainly affects the skin, the digestive system, and the nervous system.
Common symptoms: Lesions on sun-exposed skin, diarrhea, changes in mood or memory, and reddening or peeling of the skin.
Common causes: It is related to a diet poor in this vitamin or to conditions that hinder its absorption.
Which specialist treats it? Because of its nutritional and skin-related nature, pellagra can be evaluated jointly by the nutritionist, the dermatologist, and the gastroenterologist. If you have skin lesions accompanied by digestive symptoms, consulting these professionals helps to guide the study.
Data on 89 doctors who treat pellagra
Which specialist treats pellagra?
Pellagra, a condition related to a nutritional deficiency that affects the skin, should be evaluated by a dermatologist, a specialist in diagnosing skin manifestations. If you have rough, red, or flaking skin, consult this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pellagra
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Frequently asked questions
What is pellagra?
Pellagra is a disease caused by a deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3) or of its precursor in the diet, which mainly affects the skin, the digestive system, and the nervous system.
Which doctor treats pellagra?
Pellagra, a condition related to a nutritional deficiency that affects the skin, should be evaluated by a dermatologist, a specialist in diagnosing skin manifestations. If you have rough, red, or flaking skin, consult this specialist.