Question

which disease is caused by the deficiency of vitamin B5?
a).Beri-beri
b).Pellagra
c).Rickets
d).Nightblindness​

Answer 1

The correct answer is option (c) Rickets.

• Rickets caused by a vitamin B5 deficiency. Vitamin B5 deficiency itself is not uncommon. It often happens with a lack of other vitamins. These unhealthy foods can be found in those who suffer from malnutrition or heavy drinking.
• Rickets is a condition that affects bone growth in children. It causes bone pain, poor growth, and soft, weak bones that can lead to bone loss. Older ones could be suffering from the same condition, known as osteoporosis.

Answer 2

The deficiency of vitamin B5 causes Rickets. ( Option c )

• Vitamin B5 deficiency usually occurs in combination with the deficiency of other vitamins.
• When pantothenic acid cannot get metabolised, it results in deficiency.
• The effects of vitamin B5 deficiency don't result in any diseases directly.
• The deficiency symptoms are infrequent.