Hypervitaminosis A following long-term use of high-dose fish oil supplements.
The use of various dietary supplements containing fish oils has become popular as a method of reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. However, consumption of large amounts of these substances may pose some potential hazards. Described herein is a patient who developed hypervitaminosis A after prolonged fish oil supplement ingestion.
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Department of Medicine, Medical College of Ohio, Toledo 43560.
D000328:Adult; D005395:Fish Oils / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D006986:Hypervitaminosis A / Q000209:etiology*; D008297:Male; D012651:Self Medication / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013997:Time Factors
D005395:Fish Oils