Angular Cheilitis - cracks around your kips

 

When the corners of the mouth become cracked, dry and with skin peeling off, it is likely to be cuased by Angular Cheilitis. It can be caused by infection with saliva builds up in the corners of the mouth. Poor oral hygiene can also cause the Candida yeast fungal infection as well as several other strains of bacteria. Diabetic can also cause it as excess glucose can create a breeding ground for bacteria and fungal infection.

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Angular Cheilitis (also known as angular cheilosis) is an inflammation at one or both corners of the mouth. The symptoms may be mild to severe. A kind of sensitive sores, which start with a little discomfort and generally take a serious form, causing dryness, chapping and eventually, red lesions. It only sticks to the area of lips and does not spread. One thing should you should keep in mind if you develop angular cheilitis on one side of the mouth, you should try not to touch both corners of the mouth with the same finger, lipstick or lip balm tube. Avoid contamination. It is better to treat these wounds immediately with oxygen gel, which has been specially developed to speed up wound healing in the mouth. Most people experience a considerable difference within a week.

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14 Home remedies for Angular Cheilitis

HONEY !! It works well and sweet too.

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1. Aloe vera gel- alleviates pain when rubbed on the irritated corners of the mouth. Apply and leave it on for at least 15 minutes before gently wiping it off.
2. Honey- fights micro-organisms that cause infection. Apply for 15 minutes before removal.
3. Water- keep yourself properly hydrated to help prevent dryness and chapped lips
4. Iron and B complex vitamins- it is believed that 25 percent of those who have angular cheilitis are deficient in these vitamins.
5. Lemongrass oil vapor- mix a few drops in a cup of water, heat on the stove in a pot and keep below boiling point, and lean over it for a few minutes to bring the vapor in contact with your lips. This kills off the yeast infection that causes angular cheilitis.
6. Virgin coconut oil- in addition to its ability to moisten and soothe, it is an antidote to some candida strains that cause angular cheilitis.
7. Baking soda- its antibacterial properties relieve symptoms.
8. Lip balms and moisturizers- opt for unscented, unflavored versions such as petroleum jelly or virgin coconut oil to heal the infection.
9. Cucumber- apply a slice to the affected area and rub delicately to alleviate soreness.
10. Cocoa butter- apply to the affected area two to three times per day.

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