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Angular cheilosis is frequently associated with deficiency of______________?

Correct answer: B. Riboflavin

  • A. Thiamine
  • B. Riboflavin
  • C. Niacin
  • D. Folic acid

Explanation

Riboflavin deficiency commonly causes angular cheilosis, cracks at the corners of the mouth, along with glossitis and other mucocutaneous lesions. Niacin deficiency more characteristically causes pellagra with dermatitis, diarrhoea and dementia.

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