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Bliss Colao1, Genevieve Patrick2, Sophie Bilik3
1University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida, USA.
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The global use of dietary supplements is on the rise, with many children using nutritional supplements. The misuse of vitamins, whether obtained over-the-counter, reused from previous prescriptions, or used as cosmeceuticals, can pose risks to pediatric patients in dermatology. Proper medical supervision and guidance are crucial to ensure the safe and effective use of vitamins in addressing skin conditions in children. We explore the intricate relationship between vitamin supplements in the realm of dermatology and discuss myths, uses, and misuses of vitamins A, C, D, E, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, and B12 in the context of pediatrics.
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