Abstract
We report a case of acquired protein energy malnutrition with associated zinc deficiency in an 18-month-old boy with type 1 glutaric acidemia. Physical examination findings included generalized nonpitting edema, widespread desquamative plaques, and sparse hair with a reddish tinge. Laboratory abnormalities included low levels of zinc, albumin, alkaline phosphatase, and iron. A review of skin manifestations of nutritional deficiencies, specifically kwashiorkor, is presented, as well as the relatively new entity called acrodermatitis dysmetabolica.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 502-504 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Pediatric dermatology |
Volume | 30 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 2013 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
- Dermatology