Sebborhoic Dermatitis is produced by deficiency of:: (A) Vitamin C, (B) Vitamin B1, (C) Vitamin B2, (D) Vitamin A
Answer is C. Vitamin B2 deficiency: Riboflavinosis is characterized by following clinical manifestations: Corneal vascularization - earliest sign of deficiency. Glossitis - inflammation of tongue (magenta tongue- characteristic), Cheilosis - redness and shiny appearance of lips. Angular stomatitis- lesions at mucocutaneous junction at corners of mouth, leading to painful fissures. Seborrhoic dermatitis - rough scaly skin because of desquamation.