What is the causes, symptoms and treatment for biotin deficiency? Please suggest me.

Question

Biotin/vit b7 deficiency may be a result of consumption of raw eggs, antibiotic or anticonvulsant therapy, or in children due to genetic disorders. From dryskin, brittle hair and nails, to muscle weakness/pain, seizures can occur due to this deficiency. If you are having any of the above mentioned causes, consider stopping/alternatives. And, take supplements after consulting a doctor.

Issac Immanuel Manickaraj · Accepted Answer

Biotin/vit b7 deficiency may be a result of consumption of raw eggs, antibiotic or anticonvulsant therapy, or in children due to genetic disorders. From dryskin, brittle hair and nails, to muscle weakness/pain, seizures can occur due to this deficiency. If you are having any of the above mentioned causes, consider stopping/alternatives. And, take supplements after consulting a doctor.

Karuna Chawla · Answer

Symptoms of biotin deficiency red rashes on the skin, especially the face. Dry or scaly skin. Dry eyes. Brittle hair. Hair loss. Fatigue. Insomnia or difficulty sleeping. Loss of appetite. Biotin-rich foods liver and other meats. As most biotin is stored in the liver, eating animal liver is one of the simplest ways to increase biotin in a diet. Egg yolk. Egg yolks are another biotin-rich food with 1 whole, cooked egg providing up to 10 mcg. Yeast..nuts and seeds. Salmon..dairy. Avocados..sweet potato.