Glossitis and Tongue Related Conditions
An acute or chronic inflammation of the tongue. Glossitis may be either a primary or secondary manifestation of disease. Systemic disorders that may cause the problem include: vitamin deficiency (esp. B vitamins), anemia (pernicious or iron deficiency) and a multitude of skin diseases (aphthous lesions, pemphigus, erythema multiform, lichen planus, etc.). Local problems that may give rise to...
Mouth / Lip Conditions
Angular Stomatitis Redness, cracking and flaking at corners of mouth. Significant if bilateral only. Rule out poor dentures, syphilis, herpes. Nutrients Involved Riboflavin, niacin, pyridoxine, iron Suggested Nutritional Supplementation Hemagenics - 1-2 tablets twice daily with food. Nutritional support for red blood cell formation. Lipotain -...
