Animal and test-tube studies indicate that they also affect tissue repair and wound healing ( Chapped lips are a common symptom of deficiencies, especially in folate (vitamin B9), riboflavin (vitamin B2), and vitamins B6 and B12 ( People with disorders that affect nutrient absorption such as celiac disease, chronic gastritis, and Crohns disease are especially susceptible to deficiencies ( Given that vitamin B12 is found primarily in animal products, vegans and vegetarians may also be at a higher risk of deficiency ( Furthermore, a deficiency in B vitamins may lead to dermatitis, depression, irritability, and fatigue ( summary Deficiencies in multiple nutrients, including iron, zinc, and B vitamins, can cause chapped lips
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For example, the prevalence of cervical OPLL (C-OPLL) has been documented as ranging from 1.9% to 6.3% in Japanese, 0.6% to 5.7% in Korean, with an average prevalence of 4.1% observed in Chinese populations
