A member asked:

I suspect that i have angular cheilitis (have not been officially diagnosed). what causes this, so i know how to prevent it? any home remedies?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Angular cheilitis: Angular cheilitis can have many causes. They tend to be grouped into infectious causes, allergic causes, and nutritional deficiencies, often iron or B vitamins. You should see your doctor to get checked and find the reason for your problem. Good luck.

Answered 6/12/2017

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

? Vitamin deficiency: Vitamin B2 deficiency can be a cause, besides other causes as bad teeth or gum disease, ask your pharmacist about a vitamin preparation with high vit b2 content, another source is yeast tablets. If no improvement, see your dentist / primary doctor

Answered 11/27/2017

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