Vitamin A Deficiency C0042842
A nutritional deficiency where the body lacks adequate vitamin A, affecting vision and immune function. It primarily affects those with poor dietary intake. Treatment involves vitamin A supplements and improved nutrition.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- E50.0, E50.1, E50.2
- ICD-11
- 5A00.0
- Body system
- metabolic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Exercise prescription and weight management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Vitamin A Supplementation Therapy
High-dose vitamin A supplementation to rapidly correct deficiency and prevent complications such as night blindness.
Vitamin A-Rich Dietary Modifications
Incorporation of foods high in preformed vitamin A and provitamin A carotenoids including liver, dairy, eggs, and orange vegetables.
Additional treatment options
Nutrition Education and Counseling
Patient education on identifying vitamin A-rich foods, meal planning, and addressing barriers to adequate nutrition.
lifestyleSerum Retinol and Clinical Follow-up
Laboratory monitoring of vitamin A levels and systematic clinical evaluation for ocular and dermatological signs.
monitoringPublic Health and Community Nutrition Programs
Community-based initiatives addressing population-level vitamin A deficiency through supplementation and food fortification.
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