In adults, vitamin B6 deficiency can cause inflammation of the skin (dermatitis) and a red, greasy, scaly rash. The hands and feet may feel numb and prickling—like pins and needles. The tongue may become sore and red, and cracks may form in the corners of the mouth. People may become confused, irritable, and depressed.
What disease is caused by deficiency of vitamin B6?
Vitamin B6 deficiency is associated with microcytic anemia, electroencephalographic abnormalities, dermatitis with cheilosis (scaling on the lips and cracks at the corners of the mouth) and glossitis (swollen tongue), depression and confusion, and weakened immune function [1,2].
How do you know if you have vitamin B6 deficiency?
Possible signs and symptoms of B6 deficiency include skin rashes, cracked lip corners, a glossy tongue, mood changes, impaired immune function, tiredness, nerve pain, seizures and elevated homocysteine levels.
What are the symptoms of vitamin B12 and B6 deficiency?
Symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiencytiredness or fatigue.weakness.constipation.loss of appetite.weight loss.numbness and tingling in the hands and feet.balance problems.confusion.
How can I increase my B6 levels?
Vitamin B6 is found in a variety of animal and plant foods.1Beef liver.2Tuna.3Salmon.4Fortified cereals.5Chickpeas.6Poultry.7Some vegetables and fruits, especially dark leafy greens, bananas, papayas, oranges, and cantaloupe.
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