Question

Thiamine deficiency of alcohol addicts produces Wernicke's syndrome which is characterised by

• A. Double vision
• B. Reduced muscular coordination
• C. Decreased mental function
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Wernicke's syndrome is a disorder of brain which occurs due to deficiency of vitamin B6 or thiamine. Deficiency of thiamine occurs due to consumption of alcohol. Some symptoms of Wernicke's disorder are:

• Double vision of eye
• Confused mental state
• Loss of muscle coordination
• Increased heart beat
• Low blood pressure

Hence, all options are correct.

So, the correct answer is 'All of the above'.