Nyctalopia and Xerophthalmia in a Patient With Crohn's Induced Vitamin A Deficiency.
Cureus, ISSN: 2168-8184, Vol: 15, Issue: 8, Page: e42961
2023
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The vitamin A derivative, retinal, plays a pivotal role in scotopic and color vision. Although vitamin A deficiency (VAD) presents as a common cause of preventable blindness in areas with poor access to foods rich in vitamin A, it is uncommon in developed countries. We present a 56-year-old male with a history of Crohn's disease and pancreatitis who was referred to our ophthalmology office by optometry for severe dry eyes. He complained of a two-year history of constant blurred vision and nyctalopia. He stated that "images just appear dark." Examination demonstrated mildly decreased visual acuity with severe ocular surface disease and characteristic Bitot's spots in both eyes. Based on the patient's history and physical, a diagnosis of xerophthalmia in the setting of VAD was made. The patient was referred to his internist, he then underwent further evaluation and treatment with vitamin A intramuscular injections post-diagnosis. This case illustrates the potential for VAD secondary to malabsorption from Crohn's disease and the importance of taking a full patient history so systemic causes of ophthalmic symptoms may be promptly identified and treated. VAD is extremely rare in the United States, however, patients at risk for VAD may benefit from regular vitamin A level checks and ophthalmologic evaluation.
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