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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]
The enlargement can cause midline fissuring of the lip ("median cheilitis") or angular cheilitis (sores at the corner of the mouth). The swelling is non-pitting (c.f. pitting edema) and feels soft or rubbery on palpation. The mucous membrane of the lip may be erythematous (red) and granular. [2] One or both lips may be affected. [3]
Early, acute lesions may be erythematous (red) and edematous (swollen). [2] With months and years of sun exposure, the lesion becomes chronic and may be grey-white in color and appear dry, scaly and wrinkled. [2] There is thickening whitish discoloration of the lip at the border of the lip and skin.
Consequently, an open mouth posture can lead to malocclusions and problems in swallowing. Other causes of open-mouth posture are the weakness of lip muscles, overall lack of tone in the body or hypotonia, and prolonged/chronic allergies of the respiratory tract.
Angular cheilitis (AC) is inflammation of one or both corners of the mouth. [4] [5] Often the corners are red with skin breakdown and crusting. [2] It can also be itchy or painful. [2] The condition can last for days to years. [2] Angular cheilitis is a type of cheilitis (inflammation of the lips). [6]
Use lip balm or ointment throughout the day, but be careful to avoid overdoing it. Overapplication may lead to dependency, hindering the natural moisture balance of your lips. Double moisturize ...
Angioedema is an area of swelling of the lower layer of skin and tissue just under the skin or mucous membranes. [1] [3] The swelling may occur in the face, tongue, larynx, abdomen, or arms and legs. [1] Often it is associated with hives, which are swelling within the upper skin. [1] [3] Onset is typically over minutes to hours. [1]
3. Celebrate Function, Not Just Form. Your body is more than a sculpture to be admired. It is the vehicle or vessel for your life and through which you may accomplish your dreams.