Rickets is due to deficiency of
A. Vitamin K
B. Vitamin D
C. Vitamin A
D. Vitamin B12
Answer: Option B
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Rickets is due to deficiency of Vitamin D.Rickets is a condition that results in weak or soft bones in children and is caused by either dietary deficiency or genetic causes. Symptoms include bowed legs, stunted growth, bone pain, large forehead and trouble sleeping.
The most common cause of rickets is a vitamin D deficiency. This can result from eating a diet without enough vitamin D, dark skin, too little sun exposure, exclusive breastfeeding without vitamin D supplementation, celiac disease, and certain genetic conditions.
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