10 Signs of Being Anemic
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Sign #9: Angular Cheilitis
Cracked lips are often a problem when the winter comes around. Cold air causes the lips to dry out and crack, and this can be very painful to experience. Angular cheilitis is a condition that most often affects the corners of the mouth.
This condition is not always caused by the weather, however. It is sometimes caused by deficiencies of certain vitamins and minerals, including iron. It is not certain why this occurs, but it could be something to do with the immune system being weakened. It is something that is experienced by some people with iron deficiency anemia.
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