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What vitamins or minerals are associated with Pellagra and Scurvy?

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Pellagra: Vitamin B3

Scurvy: Vitamin C

Step-by-step explanation:

Pellagra is a disease produced by low levels of Niacin (Vitamin B3). It can either happen because of malnutrition (Primary cause) or malabsorption (Secondary cause). The symptoms are known as the 3 D's: Diarrhea, Dementia, and Dermatitis. It is treated with dietary changes or dietary supplements.

Scurvy is a Vitamin C defficiency, it is treated with oral or IV vitamin C supplements. The symptoms include anemia, weakness, gum or skin problems. If it is left untreated it can be fatal.

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