Can the melanin left by cheilitis be removed?

Written by Li Cui

Dentistry

Updated on September 04, 2024

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When a patient has recovered from crusted cheilitis, their lips might appear slightly darker in color. This condition generally improves over time. It is recommended that patients should not be overly concerned and can apply some aloe vera gel or vitamin E appropriately. These can effectively eliminate pigmentation from scars and aid in the recovery of scar coloration. Additionally, if a patient develops cheilitis, it is crucial to maintain local hygiene and avoid infections. Persistent infections and inflammation can increase local irritation and potentially damage some soft tissues, leading to worsened scarring. Patients are advised to maintain a light diet.

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How to deal with chapped lips?

It is relatively normal for patients to experience peeling lips after developing cheilitis, as this is a very common clinical symptom during the progression of the disease. Patients should avoid peeling off the flaky skin on their lips with their hands, as this could potentially worsen the symptoms and may also lead to infections. After developing cheilitis, the first step should be to eliminate local irritants. For example, if engaging in prolonged outdoor activities, proper sun protection should be applied to prevent actinic cheilitis. Additionally, patients should maintain local moisture, such as using moist compresses to keep the lips hydrated, or applying a non-irritating moisturizing lip balm.

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How to determine whether it is cheilitis or herpes labialis

Cheilitis and herpes labialis are generally two different conditions. Cheilitis has a broader meaning and may include allergic cheilitis, or dryness during autumn and winter, cracked lips, and angular cheilitis. For example, common oral herpes is generally referred to as cheilitis. Additionally, cheilitis broadly includes any inflammation of the lips. However, herpes labialis is usually due to a decline in the patient's immune system, leading to a herpes virus infection, so herpes labialis is a simple viral disease. Therefore, there is a distinction between the two. Cheilitis might involve bacterial infections, in which case anti-inflammatory ointments can be applied. If it is herpes labialis, antiviral treatment is generally used.

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Can I eat corn with cheilitis?

Certainly, corn can be eaten. Corn contains many trace elements, vitamins, and dietary fiber. When experiencing cheilitis, patients can appropriately eat some corn, which can also help facilitate bowel movements. Additionally, it is important for patients to pay attention to their diet by consuming easily digestible, nutritious foods. Opt for low-fat, low-salt, high-vitamin protein and high-fiber foods. Consuming more fungi, tuberous plants, or soy products to ensure adequate protein intake can be beneficial. Eating more fresh vegetables and fruits can also assist in the repair of cheilitis. Moreover, patients should avoid consuming raw, greasy, spicy, or irritating foods. When suffering from cheilitis, it is crucial to focus on reducing inflammation in the lips, and applying erythromycin ointment can be effective for anti-inflammatory treatment. (Note: The use of medications should be conducted under the guidance of a physician.)

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What foods should be avoided with allergic cheilitis?

When patients suffer from allergic cheilitis, their lips are generally in a state of acute inflammation. It is important to pay attention to their diet and avoid eating spicy, irritating foods such as hot pots or barbecues, as well as oily and greasy foods. During this time, it is also advised that patients should not smoke or drink alcohol, as some may experience severe itching due to the cheilitis. At this time, it is recommended that patients apply anti-allergic ointment locally, which can effectively relieve some symptoms of allergic cheilitis. Additionally, when suffering from allergic cheilitis, patients should avoid consuming seafood, as it is more likely to provoke allergic reactions. Therefore, to alleviate allergy symptoms, it is advised that patients avoid seafood during this period.

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How to deal with chapped lips after crusting?

Patients with cheilitis who have already developed crusts are in the process of healing, and they must not tear off the crusts with their hands, as this can lead to infection and worsen the condition. It is advisable for patients to keep their lips moist through methods such as local moist compresses. They can also apply mild, non-irritating lip balms. In daily life, patients should avoid licking or biting their lips and maintain a proper local temperature. It is important to avoid external stimuli such as spicy foods, sun exposure, or cold, all of which can trigger recurrent cheilitis or exacerbate the condition. Patients can also apply erythromycin eye ointment to promote local healing. (Please follow medical advice when using medications.)