Beriberi (Thiamine Deficiency): Wet vs Dry Beriberi, Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Beriberi is a set of two conditions (Wet beriberi and Dry beriberi) that are caused by a deficiency of vitamin B1 (thiamine). Wet and dry beriberi have different pathophysiological mechanisms and different clinical features. In this lesson, we discuss the risk factors for getting beriberi, the pathophysiology of wet and dry beriberi, the signs and symptoms of both wet and dry beriberi, along with how clinicians diagnose and treat these conditions.

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