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Acquired zinc deficiency: a case report.

Maruška Marovt¹, Vlasta Dragoš

¹Department of Dermatovenerology, Maribor University Medical Center, Ljubljanska cesta 5, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia. Dermatovenerology Clinic, Ljubljana University Medical Center, Zaloška cesta 2, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia. Corresponding author: marovtmaruska@hotmail.com.

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Summary

Acquired zinc deficiency, a disorder causing skin issues and hair loss, was observed in a premature infant. Prompt zinc replacement therapy led to the complete resolution of skin lesions.

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Area of Science:

Pediatrics
Dermatology
Nutritional Science

Background:

Zinc deficiency is an inherited or acquired condition.
It classically presents with dermatitis, alopecia, and diarrhea.
Acquired zinc deficiency can occur in infants.

Observation:

A premature 6-week-old boy presented with symptoms of zinc deficiency.
The infant exhibited characteristic skin manifestations and low plasma zinc levels.
These symptoms are typical of acquired zinc deficiency.

Findings:

The patient was diagnosed with acquired zinc deficiency.
Zinc replacement therapy was initiated for the infant.
Skin lesions resolved completely within weeks of treatment.

Implications:

Early diagnosis and treatment of zinc deficiency are crucial.
Zinc replacement therapy is effective in resolving skin manifestations.
This case highlights the importance of monitoring zinc levels in premature infants.