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Xanthemia Excess Carotene Blood Stream Skin Turn Pale

Xanthemia is caused by excess carotene in the blood, potentially turning the skin yellowish or reddish.

Xanthemia : excess carotene in the blood stream; can cause the skin to turn a pale yellow or red color.

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Back excess carotene in the blood stream; can cause the skin to turn a pale yellow or red color.

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