What are the symptoms of acrodermatitis enteropathica?
Symptoms of this condition include growth retardation, diarrhea, hair loss, and a red skin rash. Skin around the fingernails may be red and swollen.
Dietary changes that may be helpful for acrodermatitis enteropathica
Oysters, beef, liver, pumpkin seeds, pecans, and Brazil nuts are all high in zinc.1 However, people with acrodermatitis enteropathica also need to take zinc supplements.
Nutritional supplements that may be helpful for acrodermatitis enteropathica
Supplementation with zinc brings about complete remission in hereditary acrodermatitis enteropathica. Zinc supplements in the amount of 30 to 150 mg per day are used by people with this condition.2 People with acrodermatitis enteropathica need to be monitored by a healthcare professional to ensure that their level of zinc supplementation is adequate and that the zinc supplements are not inducing a copper deficiency.
Are there any side effects or interactions with acrodermatitis enteropathica?
Refer to the individual supplement for information about any side effects or interactions.