PELLAGRA
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Pellagra.
Pellagra - as a noun
A disease caused by deficiency of niacin or tryptophan (or by a defect in the metabolic conversion of tryptophan to niacin); characterized by gastrointestinal disturbances and erythema and nervous or mental disorders; may be caused by malnutrition or alcoholism or other nutritional impairments
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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"Niacin deficiency can cause pellagra, a condition characterized by dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia."
"Patients with pellagra often experience photosensitivity, making their skin more sensitive to sunlight."
"The symptoms of pellagra can be alleviated with a diet rich in niacin and protein."
"Historically, pellagra was prevalent in regions where diets lacked variety and essential nutrients."
"Early 20th-century physicians worked to understand the cause and treatment of pellagra."
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Is PELLAGRA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pellagra is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PELLAGRA has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PELLAGRA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pellagra is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPELLAGRA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
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Valid WordPELLAGRA has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
