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Definition of Maidism
1. Noun. A disease caused by deficiency of niacin or tryptophan (or by a defect in the metabolic conversion of tryptophan to niacin); characterized by gastrointestinal disturbances and erythema and nervous or mental disorders; may be caused by malnutrition or alcoholism or other nutritional impairments.
Exact synonyms: Alpine Scurvy, Mal De La Rosa, Mal Rosso, Mayidism, Pellagra, Saint Ignatius' Itch
Generic synonyms: Avitaminosis, Hypovitaminosis
Generic synonyms: Avitaminosis, Hypovitaminosis
Definition of Maidism
1. a chronic disease due to a vitamin deficiency [n -S]
Medical Definition of Maidism
1. Synonym: pellagra. Origin: Zea mays, maise (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Maidism
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