Causes and treatment of dry desquamative cheilitis

Written by Liu Jing
Dermatology
Updated on December 29, 2024
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For dry and flaky cheilitis, it is often diagnosed clinically as exfoliative cheilitis, commonly occurring in young women, potentially related to cosmetics and other factors. It is necessary to enhance lip moisturizing care and avoid using decorative cosmetics. Consistent use of medical lip balm is recommended, as well as avoiding licking the lips and consuming spicy and irritating foods. Eating more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins is advisable. Oral medications such as levocetirizine tablets, total paeony glycoside capsules, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate tablets should be taken to provide anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulating symptomatic treatment. Topical applications like pimecrolimus cream or compound heparin sodium cream can be used on affected lip areas. Early in the treatment based on the condition, short-term use of corticosteroids, such as desonide cream, may be employed to control symptoms. (Note: Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician)

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How to treat exfoliative cheilitis?

Treatment for exfoliative cheilitis involves identifying and removing potential causes, avoiding external irritants, and correcting bad habits with local medication treatment. For mild cases, apply honey, glycerin, petroleum jelly, silver nitrate ointment, or zinc oxide ointment externally. In severe cases, apply corticosteroid cream externally, consider surgical removal for those with epitheliomatous hyperplasia, and treat with helium-neon laser irradiation and superficial X-ray irradiation. Drug treatment shows significant short-term effects, but often recurs and is difficult to cure completely. (Note: Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Will applying honey on cheilitis worsen it?

Cheilitis is also a type of oral inflammation, especially common in clinical settings. It is usually caused by cold, dry seasons, and is more prevalent in the dry seasons of autumn and winter. It may also be due to bad habits such as lip biting, or a deficiency in vitamins and various trace elements in the body, which leads to a decrease in immune function and the occurrence of cheilitis. Applying honey can moisturize the lips, but many cases of cheilitis present with cracking, bleeding, or even severe pain. It is advised that patients seek treatment at a standard hospital and follow a doctor's guidance in applying anti-inflammatory ointment, which can be very effective in treating cheilitis. It is recommended that patients avoid frequently touching their lips with their hands, as the skin on the lips is delicate. During dry weather, it is important to take care of the intestines, drink more water, and avoid peeling the skin off with your hands.

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Cheilitis is due to a deficiency of which vitamin?

Cheilitis can range from mild to severe and usually occurs in cold, dry seasons, causing local symptoms like dryness, peeling, pain, oozing crusts, and bleeding. There are many causes of cheilitis. For instance, some patients may smoke or drink alcohol, consume spicy or irritating foods, or lack certain vitamins. They might also not drink enough water or eat sufficient vegetables and fruits, which can all contribute to the development of cheilitis. It is recommended that patients apply a mild, gentle lip balm to the affected area to keep it moist, avoid irritating foods, and supplement their diet with vitamins. Additionally, they should ensure adequate rest, enhance their immune system, and take good care of their lips.

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Can erythromycin eye ointment be used for cheilitis?

Cheilitis is a localized inflammation of the lips. When a patient has cheilitis, applying erythromycin ointment locally can effectively alleviate some inflammatory symptoms on the lips, reducing congestion, swelling, pain, or peeling and bleeding, and can aid in healing. Additionally, patients should pay attention to their diet when experiencing cheilitis by eating light, including fresh vegetables, fruits, grains, and high-quality proteins, as a comprehensive diet can provide essential nutrients and help in the healing of cheilitis. Furthermore, patients should avoid touching their lips frequently with their hands to prevent worsening the inflammation or causing an infection.

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Can applying honey on the lips relieve cheilitis?

Applying honey on the lips can have a moisturizing effect and alleviate dryness. When patients suffer from cheilitis, it is recommended that they undergo anti-inflammatory treatment. Applying some anti-inflammatory ointment locally can be very effective. For this condition, it is generally advised that patients identify the cause of the lip inflammation and treat it accordingly. Removing some of the triggers can effectively alleviate cheilitis. Regularly maintaining lip moisture by applying lip balm or glycerin can also be very beneficial.