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31 Μαρ 2022 · Cheilosis refers to the inflammation and painful cracking of the corners of the mouth. It is mainly caused by maceration of the skin due to overexposure to saliva, but it can also be a symptom of underlying disorders, such as poor dental hygiene, perioral infections, and allergic or irritant reactions to hygiene products or dental materials.
17 Αυγ 2023 · Cheilitis is an inflammation of the lips, which could be acute or chronic. The inflammation primarily arises in the vermilion zone but may extend to surrounding skin and less commonly, to the oral mucosa.
A condition characterized by dry scaling and fissuring of the lips and angle of the mouth caused by riboflavin deficiency. See also: cheilitis. Compare: rhagades. [cheil- + G. -osis, condition] Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012.
Cheilosis (sore red lips), vertical fissuring of lips (perlèche) and corners of the mouth (angular stomatitis) and a purplish raw, smooth tongue with loss of papillary structure are well-described features. Other features are scrotal dermatitis, keratitis, conjunctivitis, photophobia, corneal vasculation and seborrheic dermatitis.
Cheilitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the lips. The inflammation may include the perioral skin (the skin around the mouth), the vermilion border, or the labial mucosa. [1] . The skin and the vermilion border are more commonly involved, as the mucosa is less affected by inflammatory and allergic reactions. [1]
Cheilosis is an inflammatory condition affecting the lips, particularly the corners of the mouth. It is marked by the appearance of fissures, redness, and swelling, which can lead to discomfort and difficulty in eating or speaking.
1 Μαΐ 2023 · Cheilitis is a group of inflammatory conditions that cause the skin of the lips to become red, dry, scaling, and itchy. There are many possible causes of cheilitis, including infections, allergies, irritants, and even habitual behaviors like lip-licking.
