Maidism (Noun)
Meaning
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.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with pellagra, also known as maidism, due to a severe niacin deficiency caused by a poor diet.
- Maidism is a disease that can be caused by a combination of malnutrition and excessive alcohol consumption.
- The doctor suspected that the patient's symptoms of gastrointestinal disturbances and skin lesions were indicative of maidism.
- After conducting a series of tests, the medical team confirmed that the patient was suffering from maidism due to a defect in the metabolic conversion of tryptophan to niacin.
- The patient's maidism was successfully treated with niacin supplements and a balanced diet, resulting in a significant improvement in their overall health.