Scurvy in infantile tremor syndrome.
Indian J Pediatr
; 2005 Oct; 72(10): 883-4
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in En
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ABSTRACT
Infantile Tremor Syndrome is a distinct clinical entity most commonly seen in Indian Subcontinent. Syndrome consists of tremors, mental and developmental retardation, abnormal skin pigmentation and anemia in children between 6 months to 2 years. The etiology is still elusive. Amongst various theories, nutritional theory is the most accepted. So far there are no cases reported of vitamin C deficiency in ITS. In this article, three cases of ITS associated with vitamin C deficiency are reported.
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Main subject:
Propranolol
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Ascorbic Acid
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Ascorbic Acid Deficiency
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Scurvy
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Socioeconomic Factors
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Syndrome
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Tremor
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Humans
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Male
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Age Factors
Language:
En
Journal:
Indian J Pediatr
Year:
2005
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Article