Angular cheilitis is an inflammatory lesion in the mouth that is usually bilateral. Some of the causes of angular cheilitis include the following:
Angular Cheilitis Cause
- Thrush or Candida albicans
- Other pathogens
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Iron deficiency anemia
- Zinc deficiency
- Plummer-Vinson syndrome
- Loss of teeth due to over-closure of the mouth
- Bacteria or fungal infection
- Medications involving isotretinoin
- Hypervitaminosis A
Symptoms of Angular Cheilitis
Angular cheilitis symptoms include the following:
- The condition can manifest in the form of cuts or sores forming on the side of the lips
- Red rash or swelling spreading around the mouth will also be noticed.
- Painful bleeding will be experienced whenever an infected person opens his mouth.
- Unsightly discomfort in the mouth will most likely be experienced.
Treatment for Angular Cheilitis
Following angular cheilitis home remedy and treatment are advised and can be followed depending upon the causes.
- Minor cases of angular cheilitis due to bacterial infection can be treated with application of topical antiseptic cream for one to two weeks to relieve the infection and treat lesions.
- Cases caused by fungal infection can be taken cared of using over-the-counter antifungal creams.
- If angular cheilitis is caused by malabsorption syndrome, this can be treated with vitamin B12 shots. The amount of B12 intake will depend on the severity of the condition.
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