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A member asked:
Could a riboflavin deficiency be causing my lips to excessively peel like a snake every few days? i take a multivitamin with b2 in it already..
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Yes, but also others: Riboflavin deficiency can cause angular cheilitis, which is the medical term for peeling of skin at the corner (angula) of the lips. But you can get that from a variety of conditions, including niacin (vitamin B3) deficiency, as well as more common conditions such as infections by viruses/yeast, allergic conditions, irritation/dermatitis, & excessive sun or exercise. TTYD for testing & diagnosis!
Answered 9/24/2014
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