Which digestive disorder can cause a smooth, shiny tongue due to loss of filiform papillae?
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Correct answer: B12 deficiency
Vitamin B12 deficiency leads to atrophic glossitis, producing a smooth, red tongue. It is often related to malabsorption in the digestive system.
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