Angular Cheilitis - #17764
For the past few weeks, I’ve been dealing with painful cracks at the corners of my mouth. Initially, I thought it was just dry lips because of the weather, so I started applying lip balm and drinking more water. But instead of getting better, the cracks started getting deeper, and now they feel irritated, itchy, and sometimes even burn when I eat salty or spicy food. In some areas, there’s a slight redness, and at times, the skin peels off, making it even more uncomfortable. I didn’t take it seriously at first, but now it’s making it difficult to open my mouth properly. I searched online and found that this condition is called angular cheilitis. It’s apparently caused by a variety of reasons, including vitamin deficiencies, fungal or bacterial infections, or even excessive saliva buildup in the corners of the mouth. I read that people with weak immunity, diabetes, or anemia are more likely to get angular cheilitis. I haven’t been tested for these issues, but I do get frequent colds and sometimes feel fatigued, so now I’m worried if this is related to something deeper. Doctor, I want to know if Ayurveda offers a natural way to heal angular cheilitis. Are there specific herbs or Ayurvedic remedies that can help with this condition? Should I be taking any herbal supplements to strengthen my immunity and prevent this from coming back? Also, could diet be playing a role in this? Should I avoid certain foods or eat more of something specific to help my skin heal faster? I’ve tried applying coconut oil and honey, but it only gives temporary relief. I want a long-term Ayurvedic approach to fix this issue from the root. Please suggest a complete Ayurvedic solution to heal angular cheilitis and prevent it from recurring.
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