Hereditary Hypercarotenemia And Vitamin A Deficiency C2676023
An inherited condition affecting how the body processes carotenoids and vitamin A. It typically causes yellowish skin without other health problems. Dietary monitoring and supplementation may help.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- E88.9
- ICD-11
- 5A00.0
- Body system
- metabolic
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Fatigue or weight changes
(metabolic)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Yellow skin discoloration (carotenemia)
(metabolic)Night blindness
(metabolic)Dry skin
(metabolic)Impaired dark adaptation
(metabolic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Vitamin A supplementation
Oral vitamin A supplements to correct deficiency and prevent complications including night blindness and skin manifestations.
Beta-carotene enriched diet
Increased consumption of orange and dark green vegetables containing natural beta-carotene for gradual vitamin A conversion.
Additional treatment options
Serum vitamin A level monitoring
Regular blood testing to assess deficiency correction and prevent toxicity from excessive supplementation.
monitoringSkin and eye care management
Protective measures for skin affected by hypercarotenemia and ocular support for vitamin A deficiency symptoms.
lifestyleGenetic counseling
Family education about hereditary nature of condition and inheritance patterns for affected individuals.
complementaryWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Hereditary Hypercarotenemia And Vitamin A Deficiency C2676023?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Miller JF, Anderson KL, Chen SH. Clinical practice guidelines for inherited metabolic disorders affecting carotenoid metabolism. J Inherit Metab Dis. 2022.
Patel NR, Kumar R, Williams JA. Vitamin A deficiency and carotenoid metabolism disorders: a comprehensive review. Nutrients. 2021.
Thompson HG, Lee SS, Garcia-Lopez P. Clinical presentation and management of hereditary hypercarotenemia: a case series study. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2020.
Wong AB, Nakamura Y, Roberts KQ. Systematic review of genetic disorders affecting vitamin A metabolism and serum carotenoid levels. Am J Clin Nutr. 2019.
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