Vitamin A deficiency is associated with tuberculosis

Summary In this study the association between vitamin A deficiency and tuberculosis was investigated. 300 participants were categorized as mild tuberculosis and severe tuberculosis. The results showed that severe tuberculosis was associated with vitamin A deficiency. Further details can be found in the study. References T A Pakasi, E Karyadi, Y Wibowo, Y Simanjuntak, N M D Suratih, M Salean, N…

Vitamin A and zinc improve tuberculosis treatment

Summary This study investigated whether vitamin A and zinc supplementation increases the efficacy of antituberculosis treatment. 80 patients with tuberculosis were divided into 2 groups: one group received vitamin A and zinc daily for 6 months. The second group received no supplementation. Additionally, both groups were given the standard treatment for tuberculosis. The results showed…