Lexical entry
ペラグラ
peragura
A disease caused by a deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3).
Science & MedicinePure GairaigoSource: Italian
Meaning
A systemic disease resulting from a lack of nicotinic acid or its precursor tryptophan, characterized by dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia.
- niacin deficiency disease
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