Understanding Pellagra: What is the 3 D of niacin deficiency?
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Over 100 years ago, severe niacin deficiency was a public health crisis in many parts of the world, leading to the condition known as pellagra. Recognizing **what is the 3 D of niacin deficiency?**—dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia—is crucial for understanding the advanced symptoms of this nutritional disorder, which, if left untreated, can be fatal.