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How to say: pellagra
Spelling:
Pellagra
Syllables
pellagra
US accent
/pɛlˈæɡɹə/
UK accent
/pɛlˈaɡɹə/
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Definition
Definition — 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