Question 1

how to know if i have angular cheilitis?

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Chelitis: You will have inflamed, red patches at corners of the mouth. Do not lick lips. Apply 1% hydrocortisone cream 2-3 times per day.

Question 2

what causes angular cheilitis and how can itbe  treated?

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Yeast: This problem is also called perleche and is caused by moisture trapping in the corners of the mouth.  First, try applying some otc ketoconazole 1% cream once daily at bedtime.  This should clear quickly (3-5 days).  This is usually a chronic condition so the using the cream on a regular basis may be needed.  If this doesn't fix the problem, see you doctor for help.

Question 3

cure for angular cheilitis?

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No quick treatments: Angular cheilitis is the cracking at the corners of the mouth, with some inflammation and probably some candidal yeast overgrowth. A little clotrimazole antifungal cream and a little hydrocortisone cream for week can make it better, but is not for long-term use. A doctor can check for signs of vitamin deficiency, lip eczema, or oral herpes.

Question 4

how to treat angular cheilitis?

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Some medicine cream: A person with signs of angular cheilitis can be checked by a doctor to see if there is a lip eczema problem, an oral herpes problem, or signs of vitamin deficiency. Angular cheilitis is the cracking at the corners of the mouth, with some inflammation and probably some candidal yeast overgrowth. A little Clotrimazole antifungal cream and a little Hydrocortisone cream for week can make it better.

Question 5

how can i get rid of angular cheilitis?

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The cause first...: There are many causes of angular cheilits and therefore treatment  varies accordingly. The most common cause is simply dry skin or some irritation followed by constant lip licking.  Denture wearers with an over-closed bite is another common cause.  Fungal infections, more commonly and vitamin deficiency, less frequently.  If this is a recurrent probem see a dentist and\or physician.

Question 6

why do i get angular cheilitis? is it an infection?

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Not usually: May be vitamin deficiency, may be overdryness of the edge of the mouth.  Sometimes infection will occur secondarily.

Question 7

can you use kenacomb ointment for angular cheilitis?

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Hurt On The Corners: Yes,but just a plain steroid cream would probably  work just as well, unless the inflammation is so bad that you develop an infection and look like The Joker.After it calms down it's important to try and keep the corners of your mouth dry.Like,use the napkin frequently,be careful chewing gum and use extra care when eating citrus, carry some tissue with you,no lip licking,As for wet kisses,well...

Question 8

what is the quickest treatment for angular cheilitis?

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Cause, not treatment: It is more important to find out the cause of your angular cheilitis rather than merely wanting to find the fastest cure. There are many causes and may well return without knowing what caused it in the first place.  You should first consult with a dentist to make sure that is what you have, and then you can discuss treatment and prevention.

Question 9

what is the quickest home remedy to remove angular cheilitis ?

Accepted Answer

A combination: of moisturizer (Lip Balm) plus MULTIVITAMINS might helps  Over the counter anti-bacterial OINTMENTS might also help!

Hope this helps
Dr Z

Question 10

is there an over-the-counter medication that i could go purchase at cvs for angular cheilitis?

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Some medicine cream: A person with signs of angular cheilitis can be checked by a doctor to see if there is a lip eczema problem, an oral herpes problem, or signs of vitamin deficiency. Angular cheilitis is the cracking at the corners of the mouth, with some inflammation and probably some candidal yeast overgrowth. A little clotrimazole antifungal cream and a little hydrocortisone cream for week can make it better.

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