Causes of Angular Cheilitis
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Although the disease has an unknown etiology, the sores of
angular cheilitis may become infected by the fungus Candida
albicans (thrush), or other pathogens.
Studies have linked the initial onset with nutritional deficiencies, namely vitamin
B (Riboflavin B2 and Cyanocobalamin B12)
and iron deficiency anemia, which in turn
may be evidence of poor diets or malnutrition (e.g.) celiac
disease.
Cheilosis may also be part of a group of symptoms (upper esophageal web, iron
deficiency anemia glossitis, and cheilosis) defining the condition called Plummer-Vinson syndrome
(aka Paterson-Brown-Kelly syndrome).
Angular Cheilitis occurs frequently in the elderly population who experience a
loss of vertical dimension due to loss of teeth, thus allowing for
over-closure of the mouth. A
cold sore at the corner of the mouth is a type of angular
cheilitis.
Less severe cases occur when it is quite cold (such as in the winter time),
and is widely known as having chapped lips.
This lesser form mostly happens to young children/teenagers. The
child may lick their lips in an attempt to provide a temporary moment
of relief, only serving to worsen the condition.
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