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Angular cheilitis is thought to be a multifactorial disorder of infectious origin, [10] with many local and systemic predisposing factors. [11] The sores in angular cheilitis are often infected with fungi (yeasts), bacteria, or a combination thereof; [8] this may represent a secondary, opportunistic infection by these pathogens.
Chapped lips (also known as cheilitis simplex [5] or common cheilitis) [6] is characterized by the cracking, fissuring, and peeling of the skin of the lips, and is one of the most common types of cheilitis. [5] [7] While both lips may be affected, the lower lip is the most common site. [7]
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Lip licker's dermatitis which is a subtype of irritant contact cheilitis is caused by an exogenous factor rather than an endogenous one. [10] Irritant contact cheilitis can be separated into different reaction types, so it is an umbrella term and further evaluations are usually needed to properly classify the presenting condition.
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Appearance of the distinctive "slapped-cheek" rash seen in Fifth disease. The symptoms of fifth disease are usually mild and may start as a fever, headache or a runny nose. [citation needed] These symptoms pass, then a few days later, the rash appears. The bright red rash most commonly appears in the face, particularly the cheeks. [13]
Early symptoms of SJS include fever and flu-like symptoms. [1] A few days later, the skin begins to blister and peel, forming painful raw areas. [1] Mucous membranes, such as the mouth, are also typically involved. [1] Complications include dehydration, sepsis, pneumonia and multiple organ failure. [1]