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 78 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. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
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.