Diagnostic confusion caused by excess beta-carotene: a case of primary carotenemia
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Carotenemia is a benign condition characterized by yellow-orange skin discoloration, typically sparing the sclera, that results from excessive consumption of carotenoid-rich foods. Although it is benign, it is often misdiagnosed as jaundice, leading to unnecessary diagnostic procedures. We present a case of carotenemia arising from a high intake of carotene-rich foods.
Source: MGM Journal of Medical Sciences
Authors: Harvinder K. Palaha, P.S. Meghana Priya, Preeti Puranik, Vindya S. Reddy, Arya Bhadran, Vinay K. Majjagi
Language: English
Subfield: Biochemistry
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4411930422