Avitaminosis (Avitaminosis)

Avitaminosis is a condition that occurs as a result of insufficient intake of vitamins in the human body. Vitamins are essential human nutrients that play an important role in metabolism and maintaining health. They are involved in many processes in the body, such as growth, development, immune system functioning and much more.

Vitamin deficiencies can have serious health consequences. The human body cannot synthesize many vitamins on its own, so they must come from food. If the diet does not contain enough vitamins, vitamin deficiency may develop.

Symptoms of vitamin deficiency may vary depending on which vitamin is missing. For example, a lack of vitamin C can lead to general weakness, anemia and bleeding gums. A lack of vitamin A can lead to blurred vision and skin health problems. A lack of vitamin D can lead to weakened bones and the development of osteoporosis.

Vitamin deficiencies can be caused by various reasons, such as poor diet, alcoholism, gastrointestinal diseases, genetic disorders and others. Treatment of vitamin deficiency consists of eliminating the cause of its occurrence and prescribing the necessary vitamins. In some cases, it may be necessary to introduce vitamins into the body in the form of injections.

In general, vitamin deficiencies can be prevented by a healthy diet that includes a wide range of foods containing vitamins. It is also recommended to take complex vitamin-mineral preparations, especially during periods of increased need in the body, such as pregnancy and lactation, as well as after illnesses and operations.

Thus, vitamin deficiency is a serious disease that can lead to many complications. Proper nutrition and taking vitamin complexes will help prevent the occurrence of vitamin deficiencies and maintain the health of the body. If you suspect a vitamin deficiency, it is recommended to consult a doctor for consultation and prescribe the necessary treatment.

Vitamin deficiencies in humans and animals Some human life conditions lead to a decrease in the supply of vitamins to the body, which causes hypovitaminization. This pathological condition is vitamin deficiency.

Most often, there is a lack of fat-soluble elements and water-soluble vitamins. Depending on the cause and type of missing elements, the following concepts can be found: vitamin deficiency; hypovitaminosis and megavitaminosis. Vitamin deficiency in everyone can be associated both with constitutional problems and with a violation of the diet and medications taken.