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KMID : 1031120150050010023
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Journal of Epilepsy Research
2015 Volume.5 No. 1 p.23 ~ p.24
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Seizures Related to Vitamin B6 Deficiency in Adults
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Lee Dong-Gun
Lee Yeon-kyung
Shin Hye-Eun
Kang Kyu-Sik
Park Jong-Moo
Kim Byung-Kun
Kwon Oh-Yun
Lee Jung-Ju
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Abstract
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Vitamin B6 is closely associated with functions of the nervous, immune, and endocrine systems. Its deficiency may result in neurological disorders including convulsions and epileptic encephalopathy. Until today, this has only been reported in infants, children, and critically ill adult patients. We report a case of a 36year-old man with chronic alcoholism who presented with seizures after gastrointestinal disturbance. His seizures persisted even after treatment with antiepileptic drugs, but eventually disappeared after administration of pyridoxine. Hence, vitamin B6 deficiency may cause seizures in adult patients with chronic alcoholism.
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KEYWORD
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Vitamin B6 deficiency, Seizure
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