Vitamin E Deficiency Flashcards
1
Q
Define Vitamin E Deficiency?
A
Deficiency of Vitamin E
2
Q
What are the causes of Vitamin E Deficiency?
A
Cystifc fibrosis affectign absorption
Abetalipoproteinaemia
Chronic cholestatic hepatobiliary disease
Short bowel syndrome
3
Q
What does Vitamin E Deficiency cause?
A
Haemolysis
Neurological deficit
4
Q
What is the epidemiology of Vitamin E deficiency?
A
Very Rare
5
Q
What are the presenting symptoms of Vitamin E Deficiency?
A
Weakness
Loss of Vibration Sense
Decline in visual field
6
Q
What are the signs of Vitamin E Deficiency?
A
Hyporeflexia Decreased proprioception Distal muscle weakness Loss of vibration sense Ataxia Dysarthria Retinopathy Compromise immune system
7
Q
What is the management plan for Vitamin E Deficiency?
A
Supplements
