Cheilitis (Inflammation of the Lips)
Understanding Chapping, Cracking, and Peeling
Cheilitis is the medical term for inflammation of the lips. It can manifest in several ways, from simple chapping to more persistent and painful conditions like cracking at the corners of the mouth.
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Common Types of Cheilitis
- Angular Cheilitis: Inflammation, redness, and cracking at one or both corners of the mouth.
- Exfoliative Cheilitis: Chronic peeling and scaling of the lips, often self-induced by a repetitive habit.
- Contact Cheilitis: An allergic reaction on the lips caused by contact with an allergen, such as a lipstick, toothpaste, or food.
- Actinic Cheilitis: A precancerous condition caused by long-term sun exposure, typically affecting the lower lip. It appears as dry, scaly patches.
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