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perleche

/pɜːrˈlɛʃ/

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noun

/pɜːrˈlɛʃ/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся шелушением и трещинами в уголках рта, часто возникающее из-за дефицита рибофлавина.

A medical condition characterized by scaling and fissures at the corners of the mouth, often resulting from a deficiency of riboflavin.

uncountable

  1. Lip disorderC2formalmedical

    A medical condition characterized by inflammation, scaling, and painful cracks at the corners of the mouth, often due to a riboflavin deficiency or fungal infection.

    ruЗаеда

    • The doctor diagnosed the patient with perleche after noticing the cracks at the corners of his mouth.
    • A lack of vitamin B2 can lead to perleche.
    • The treatment for perleche often includes antifungal creams and vitamin supplements.

    Synonymscheilosis