Post-Bariatric Surgery Rash: A Hidden Deficiency

A perioral rash after Roux-en-Y Gastric bypass can signal a serious micronutrient deficiency. Learn about the diagnosis and management of this skin condition.

Zinc


Deficiency of what micronutrient is likely to account for this rash following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Copper
Thiamine
Vitamin B6
Vitamin C
Zinc

Acrodermatitis Enteropathica, Bariatric Surgery, Malabsorption, Zinc

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