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Nutritional Deficiency-Related Oral and Cutaneous Lesions in an Obese Patient.

Authors :
Esquivel-Pedraza L
Méndez-Flores S
Cicero-Casarrubias A
Saeb-Lima M
Domínguez-Cherit J
Fernández-Cuevas L
Source :
The American Journal of dermatopathology [Am J Dermatopathol] 2018 Jan; Vol. 40 (1), pp. 52-56.
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

The cutaneous and oral lesions related to nutritional deficiencies are scarcely reported. Micronutrient deficiencies may significantly affect mouth mucosa and skin, causing great morbidity. We report an extraordinary case with detailed clinical and microscopic findings affecting the oral cavity and skin. Physicians must be familiar with these manifestations to suspect the diagnosis.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1533-0311
Volume :
40
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The American Journal of dermatopathology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
28746054
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/DAD.0000000000000958