Zinc deficiency manifests through various symptoms, primarily affecting the skin.
One key symptom is skin changes that resemble eczema initially. These changes can include:
- Cracks in the skin.
- A "glazed" or smooth/glassy appearance of the skin.
These skin changes are often first noticed in specific areas of the body:
- Around the mouth.
- In the nappy area (in infants).
- On the hands.
