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Deficiency of which vitamin causes glossitis dementia roughed keratotic areas on skin and gastrointestinal symptoms ?

Correct answer: C. Niacin

  • A. Riboflavin
  • B. Pyridoxine
  • C. Niacin
  • D. Pantothenic acid

Explanation

Niacin deficiency causes pellagra, which may include glossitis, dementia, gastrointestinal symptoms and rough, hyperkeratotic skin lesions. This combines mucosal, neurological, gastrointestinal and dermatological findings.

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