Angular cheilitis, also called perleche or angular stomatitis, is a common inflammatory condition of the angles of the mouth. It is found in elderly edentulous patients as well as those who still ...

Ouch. You part your lips ever so slightly and you’re suddenly reminded of the painful sore in the corner of your mouth. The irritating cracks are medically known as angular cheilitis, a common ...

Cracked mouth corners can be angular cheilitis, not just dry skin. Dr Andrea Suarez explains moisture breaks down the skin barrier, allowing yeast to grow. This causes pain and slows healing. Simple ...

The mouth with all its various parts is one of the most sensitive — and useful — parts of the body. It’s where you experience the sublime taste of your favorite gelato and what you use to kiss your ...

Cold sores are a symptom of oral herpes, which is caused by the herpes simplex virus. Angular cheilitis is less common and has several different causes. Each condition is treated differently. Mouth ...

Angular cheilitis is a skin condition that causes a person to experience lesions on the sides of the mouth. The name comes from the Greek term cheil, which means lips, and itis, which means ...