E56: Other vitamin deficiencies

The category of "Other Vitamin Deficiencies" refers to a group of conditions that result from less-than-adequate levels of certain vital vitamins in the body. Each vitamin plays a unique part in maintaining overall health; therefore, a deficit of a specific vitamin will present with its own set of symptoms. For instance, lack of Vitamin C can cause fatigue and scurvy, while a deficiency of Vitamin D might manifest as bone pain and muscle weakness. The causes of these deficiencies could vary from poor dietary intake, certain health conditions that inhibit the absorption of vitamins, or excessive loss of vitamins from the body. Over time, if left untreated, such deficiencies can lead to serious health implications affecting diverse parts of the body, such as the skin, blood, bones and even the nervous system.