pellagra

pellagra definition - medical

pel·lag·ra (pə-lăgˈrə, -lāˈgrə, -läˈ-)

noun
A disease caused by a deficiency of niacin and protein in the diet and characterized by skin eruptions, digestive and nervous system disturbances, and eventual mental deterioration.

Related Forms:

  • pel·lagˈrous adjective

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