Bitot's spots are located superficially in the conjunctiva, which are oval, triangular or irregular in shape. It is a sign of vitamin A deficiency. Therefore, it is seen with night blindness. In ancient egypt, this was treated with animal liver. The conjunctiva is a membrane that covers the sclera (white part of the eye) and lines the inside of the eyelids. ... Retinol, the dietary form of vitamin A, is a fat-soluble, antioxidant vitamin important in vision and bone growth. ...
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