Medical Nutrition Therapy II
Night blindness, or nyctalopia, is a visual impairment that makes it difficult to see in low light or darkness. This condition can indicate an underlying nutritional deficiency, particularly a lack of vitamin A, which is crucial for the proper functioning of retinal cells that help us see in dim light. Understanding this condition is important for evaluating an individual's overall nutritional status and identifying potential deficiencies that may affect vision.
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