Vitamin A deficiency
Seriousहिंदी: विटामिन ए की कमी · தமிழ்: வைட்டமின் ஏ குறைபாடு · ಕನ್ನಡ: ವಿಟಮಿನ್ ಎ ಕೊರತೆ · తెలుగు: విటమిన్ ఎ లోపం · বাংলা: ভিটামিন এ-এর অভাব · मराठी: व्हिटॅमिन ए ची कमतरता · ગુજરાતી: વિટામિન એની ઉણપ
About this condition
Vitamin A deficiency, though declining, still affects children and pregnant women in India causing night blindness and blurred vision. Severe deficiency can permanently damage cornea. Vitamin A supplementation programs and eating green leafy vegetables and orange-yellow fruits prevent deficiency.
Common symptoms
blurred visionnight blindnessdry eyescorneal damagepoor vision in dim light
📍 rural areas across India
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When to see a doctor: within a week
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Vitamin A deficiency?
blurred vision, night blindness, dry eyes, corneal damage, poor vision in dim light.
When should I see a doctor?
within a week
Is Vitamin A deficiency common in India?
Vitamin A deficiency is commonly seen across India, particularly in rural areas across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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