A man has cheilosis, stomatitis, and painful ulceration of the buccal mucosa and mouth.He complains of dysphagia and watery diarrhea.These clinical manifestations are indicative of:
A)PA.
B)folate deficiency anemia.
C)anemia of chronic disease.
D)IDA.

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Specific symptoms of folate deficiency anemia include severe cheilosis (scales and fissures of the lips and corners of the mouth), stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth), and painful ulcerations of the buccal mucosa and tongue. Gastrointestinal symptoms may be present and include dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), flatulence, and watery diarrhea.

A Man Has Cheilosis, Stomatitis, and Painful Ulceration of the Buccal