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Angular chilitis

2015-10-02 17:10:17
Sir I having regular angular chilitis but  not getting proper info that what is its cause. It has been since I was 10. Due to which my lips remain dry plz tell the cause and treatment for it
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Cracking or inflammation at the corners of the mouth (a condition called angular cheilitis) can be a warning sign of either riboflavin deficiency or iron deficiency , consult physician proper diagnosis and treatment

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