Abstract
Background: In the United States, pellagra is infrequently reported. Yet this disorder does occur among malnourished persons. Objective: The author seeks to clarify diagnosis and treatment. Method: The author describes various presentations and effects of this disorder. Results: Knowledge of classic and atypical presentations can assist in making the diagnosis. The author presents two cases of pellagra that exemplify the classic and atypical presentations. Conclusion: The typically robust response of the disorder to physiologic doses of niacin can assist in confirming the diagnosis.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 93-97 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Psychosomatics |
Volume | 51 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2010 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous)
- Applied Psychology
- Psychiatry and Mental health