Understanding Wet Beriberi: Can Thiamine Deficiency Cause Shock?
                                
                                
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                                According to case studies, severe thiamine deficiency can lead to a critical, rapidly progressing condition called Shoshin beriberi, which causes acute circulatory shock. This potentially fatal condition underscores the vital importance of this often-overlooked nutrient in cardiovascular health.