Pellagra: a sporadic pediatric case with a full triad of symptoms

Cutis. 2001 Jul;68(1):31-4.

Abstract

Pellagra is clinically manifested by a photosensitive dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia. The full triad of symptoms is usually not well developed in infants and children. We report a case of a 14-year-old boy with classic symptoms of pellagra. All his symptoms responded to treatment with nicotinic acid.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Niacin / administration & dosage
  • Pellagra / complications
  • Pellagra / diagnosis*
  • Pellagra / drug therapy
  • Vasodilator Agents / administration & dosage

Substances

  • Vasodilator Agents
  • Niacin