In this essay we will discuss about the Scurvy:- 1. Meaning of Scurvy 2. Clinical Features of Scurvy 3. Diagnosis 4. Treatment 5. Prevention. Contents: Essay on the Meaning of Scurvy Essay on the Clinical Features of Scurvy Essay on the Diagnosis of Scurvy Essay on the Treatment of Scurvy Essay on the Prevention of Scurvy Essay # 1. Meaning [...]
The following points highlight the three major nutritional disorders of eye. The nutritional disorders are: 1. Night Blindness 2. Bitot's Spot 3. Corneal Vascularization. Nutritional Disorder # 1. Night Blindness: a. Night blindness is a frequent complaint in underdeveloped communities who have no night lights and where the diet is grossly lacking in retinol and β-carotene. Children who stray from [...]
The following points highlight the seven major inborn errors of metabolism. The inborn errors are: 1. Phenylketonuria (PKU) 2. Galactosemia 3. Refsum's Disease 4. Maple-Syrup Urine Disease 5. Fructose Intolerance 6. Von Gierke's Disease 7. Hyperlipidemia. Metabolism: Inborn Error # 1. Phenylketonuria (PKU): PKU occurs due to a defect in the metabolism of amino acid phenylalanine. The affected children show [...]