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Question:

Wernicke's syndrome is generally common in alcoholic persons, which is characterized by less mental activity and dual vision. It is caused by the deficiency of Riboflavin, Pyridoxine, Thiamine, or Retinol?

Retinol

Riboflavin

Thiamine

Pyridoxine

Solution:

Vitamin-B, (thiamine) deficiency is most commonly observed in alcoholic persons. Prolonged deficiency of thiamine may lead to decreased mental function, double vision, reduced muscular contraction, and a lack of decision-making capability. These ill effects result in a disorder known as Wernicke's syndrome.