Finding the right remedy for angular cheilitis is a difficult task as there are not many that can cure all types of this skin disease, the main problem is that the causes vary from person to person. Perleche or cheilosis is a condition in which the lips and corners of the mouth become dry and rough, cracked, and sometimes even bleed. This is a very painful condition and can make it difficult for a person to eat, drink, or speak. Effective remedies for angular cheilitis are hard to find and many people usually resort to medications prescribed by doctors.
Here are some main causes of this disease:
a) Oral thrush or Candida growth is one of the most frequent causes. Yeast overgrowth in the mouth can be caused by ill-fitting dentures, missing front teeth, or poor personal hygiene.
b) Cheilosis can be caused by iron or vitamin deficiency. This problem is usually caused by a poor diet that consists mainly of fast food.
Angular cheilitis consists of the following remedies:
a) Applying shea butter to the affected area has a double effect: firstly, it will nourish the skin and secondly, it will strip away the moisture that the yeast needs to thrive.
b) Include in your diet the vegetables and fruits necessary to supply the body with the necessary vitamins and iron. It is also important to eat enough meat, such as beef and turkey.
c) Apply only mild creams and wash the affected area with mild soaps, but not skin moisturizers.
d) Practice regular personal hygiene.
e) Avoid sugary drinks and sweets, sweets help the growth of candida.