The symptoms of _____ are often referred to as the four D’s: dermatitis, dementia, diarrhea, and death.

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The symptoms of dermatitis, dementia, diarrhea, and death are commonly associated with pellagra, a condition caused by a deficiency in niacin (vitamin B3). Beriberi is caused by a thiamin (vitamin B1) deficiency, and its symptoms include weakness, nerve damage, and heart failure. Ariboflavinosis is caused by a deficiency in riboflavin (vitamin B2) and can lead to skin and eye problems, among other symptoms. Pernicious anemia is caused by a deficiency in vitamin B12, and its symptoms include fatigue, weakness, and nerve damage. None of these conditions are typically associated with the four D's.

The Symptoms of _____ Are Often Referred to as the Four