Angular cheilitis

/ˈanɡjʊlə tʃeɪlˈaɪtɪs/

/ˈænɡjʊlɚ tʃeɪlˈaɪɾɪs/

Angular cheilitis

a condition characterized by inflammation and cracks at the corners of the mouth, often caused by a combination of factors including infection, dryness, and nutritional deficiencies

Examples

1. So moving on to Angular Cheilitis.

2. For internal factors, Angular Cheilitis is commonly found in those who have a history of Atopic Dermatitis or Eczema, or in those who have Candida overgrowth which is an overgrowth of yeast in your body or skin.

3. Some of the most common problems we see including: chapped lips, split lips, aging lips, Angular Cheilitis.

4. Angular Cheilitis is a condition that looks like a rough, painful, red, itchy and swollen patch, normally located on the corners of your mouth, and it can show up on just one side or on both corners of the lips.