Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Zinc deficiency
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Zinc deficiency is a condition where insufficient Zinc is available for metabolic needs. Its etiology is usually nutritional, but can also be associated with malabsorption, or can be congenital (acrodermatitis enteropathica).
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Jesus Rosario Hernandez, M.D. [2].