Types of Chapped Lips
There are many different types of cheilitis.
Other forms of cheilitis are:
Causes of Chapped Lips
Different forms of cheilitis have different causes.
Infectious organisms that can lead to chapping include:
What Medications Can Cause Chapped Lips?
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Several types of medications can lead to chapped lips.
Medications can cause irritation, dehydration, or other metabolic changes that result in chapped lips.
Examples include salicylic acid, eucalyptus, camphor, and menthol.
Cracking at the corners of the lips is commonly associated with infectious forms of cheilitisespecially fungal varieties.
If your chapped lips are linked to another chronic issue, there can be a range of other complications.
Ignoring chapped lips as a symptom of these conditions can lead to a number of serious complications.
In rare cases, severe lip chapping can lead to disfiguration of your lips.
Are There Tests to Diagnose the Cause of Chapped Lips?
Figuring out the cause of the chapping or detecting any complications might be more difficult.
Some forms of chapped lips can also be because of bacteria, viruses, and even medications.
See a healthcare provider if your chapped lips are not improving.
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