Angular Chelitis Remedies
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"Angular cheilitis (also called perlèche, cheilosis or angular stomatitis) is an inflammatory lesion at the labial commissure, or corner of the mouth, and often occurs bilaterally. The condition manifests as deep cracks or splits. In severe cases, the splits can bleed when the mouth is opened and shallow ulcers or a crust may form.
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 riboflavin[1] vitamin B2[2] and iron deficiency anemia,[2] which in turn may be evidence of poor diets or malnutrition (e.g. celiac disease). Zinc deficiency has also been associated with angular cheilitis." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angular_cheilitis
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[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 11/16/2009: K.A. from Cape Town, Rsa writes: "First, thank you all a million --and especially to Ted from Thailand, as my terrible oral Thrush started going away as soon as I started his protocol. Very severe case, as I had no idea what it was and treated it with Corsodyl mouthwash for bacteria.
But, the angular chelitis on my lip corners has been very resistant. That is where the infection started, but until the Thrush went inside my mouth and turned white, I thought I had cut myself with dental floss, or burned my mouth on coffee and maybe it had gotten infected--therefore, I treated it incorrectly until the entire inside of my mouth, tongue, tonsil area and palate were covered with white plaques, and the corners of my lips cracked so that I could not talk for 4 days-- until I started the Apple Cider Vinegar, Hydrogen Peroxide anti yeast diet heavy acidoplilus.
Even when this was clearing up well, the lip corners did not respond. That is when I tried OTC antifungal (some result), tea tree oil (no result), lavender oil (very soothing but no rememdy)...the application of ACV did not help, nor did (name brand) lip ointment with alantoin (sp?) to reduce keratin formation.
But, this Dakins Solution has worked a treat...so I wanted to let you all know, in case you have a similar problem.
I found a recipe for Dakins Solution: 1/4tsp household bleach (sodium hypochlorite only) in 1/2 cup water. Pinch of Bicarbonate of Soda optional.
I rinsed with this and within a few hours the inflammation was noticably reduced, and the cracks were less "oozy". For the first time, I feel that my lips are actually healing, rather than just not getting worse.
I wanted to put a little lavender oil on them, but I am just holding off and letting them dry out a bit.
I will continue on the anti-yeast diet and ACV, H202 tonic--because I have had such a bad sinus for years that I think I might have had a long-term yeast problem and not known it. I catch every flu around, and my sinus infection is chronic and I don't treat with antibiotics anymore for fear of developing resistance.
BTW...
Does anyone know how to get the Allantoin that reduces keratin formation in some other form other than that popular ointment? It is very expensive here in Africa, and it works so great on anything chapped or scar forming?
Thank you all again for all the great advice and I have sent this site to several friends, whom I know will love it!"
EC: More about Dakin's Solution: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dakin's_Solution
11/16/2009: Janice from Coloma, Mi replies: "K.A. Your post really caught my attention. My dog has had cracks at the corner of her mouth and her lips are inflammed and they have been that way for over a year. I have had her to three different vets and they don't know what it is but they want to give her prednisone. I'm not happy with that. One vet did say it was a yeast or fungus but hasn't been able to help and I just go around and around trying everything I can think of. I think I am going to try the Dakin's Solution on her. I have nothing to lose. I'm wondering if a dog could have angular chelitis. Thanks for giving the instructions for making the solution. I do have a question though. Did it really hurt when you put it on open cracks. Her mouth is really pretty raw. Thanks again."
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1 YEA
[YEA] 09/29/2009: Janet G. from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada writes: "after one bad year of chelitis i found something totally at random which was very effective. i noticed that once i introduced flax oil daily to my diet the problem quickly vanished. i took a total of 6 capsules daily at 3 intervals the capsules were 1000 mg. each. i have never had the condition again. so 2 capsules 3 times daily...inexpensive and it worked."
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10/20/2009: 007rg from Sherman Oaks, Ca writes: "Heavy metal detox: i've been battling angular cheilitis for years... think it started when i was pretty young and got a mouthful of silver/mercury amalgams. from all of my research which has been extensive bc need to finally get rid of angular cheilitis forever. turns out that heavy metal poisoning causes the body to farm candida to bind with the metals which in turn can cause angular cheilitis. basically get rid of the metals in your system then start to eliminate candida. they seem to go hand in hand with me. also caused health issues like hyperthyroidism, loss of hair, brain fog, muscle & joint aches... i've recently removed 80% of my amalgams and waiting for financial stability to get rid of the rest. wish the process wasn't so expensive but so far it's helping. hope this info saves some of you a lot of time and despair."
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2 YEA
[YEA] 01/03/2009: Sharon from Saugerties, NY writes: "I have been dealing with cracked lips for about two months and have been seaching for a way to treat them to no avail until I tried a generic brand of CVS CLOTRIMAZOLE 1% (this is a cream that is used to treat athlete's foot.) After using it for only two days, my lips are no longer cracked and finally feel normal."
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[YEA] 12/22/2008: C.S.M from Vero, FL writes: "Angular Chelitis. I have found that using topical Cortisone cream 1% (over the counter strength) overnight caused immediate relief and healing of my chelitis. I think mine was caused by dental floss cutting into the angle of my mouth. Hope you feel better!"
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04/15/2009: KT from Irvine, California writes: "Hello everyone, my lips have bothered me since I was little. Only 4 years ago I finally realized my toothpastes are doing it to me (having changed many over the years). For some time Crest whitening Scope worked just fine, now - I am getting a reaction to that too. My lips dry out and peel all the time even with herbal toothpastes like Tom's, Peelu, Vicco (some being Ayurvedic)!!! Please help with a TOOTHPASTE SUGGESTION that does not harm lips. Currently I am brushing my teeth with Baking Soda, Orange Grind & Indian Mustard Oil. This isn't helping much either!!! I've also started with Zinc & B2 supplement. Let's see what happens. Also bought Lysine cold sore treatment today. Will report later how it goes."
EC: Here's a post on EC that may help: http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/dental-health.html#BSKSP
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12/20/2008: Suzanne Dunning from Oakland, CA writes: "I am curious if you have any remedies for Angular Cheilitis- About a week ago, I started having this little crack at the corner of my mouth- it gets flaky, and is painful, and won't go away- I've been putting lavender and tea tree oil on it. Any ideas? Thanks"
EC: New page created, thank you for the suggestion!
12/22/2008: Terry from Westport, Connecticut replies: "I have had this many times in my life. I believe it to be an allergic reaction to some preservative in foods, but I haven't yet pinpointed which preservative it is. Some brands of hot sauce cause this to happen. I also just bought a new brand of toothpaste last week at the grocery store from Arm & Hammer and within an hour the right corner of my mouth started to peel. The toothpaste had touched my lips when I was brushing. It's happened before with toothpaste so I need to use natural brands - I just forgot until it happened yet again! The fluoride isn't causing it because the natural brands I use like Tom's of Maine have fluoride in them (ha, not so natural!). I am guessing you are also having an allergic reaction to either food or toothpaste and it's something you keep using! One more trigger for me is certain brands of lipstick. I don't know what they put in them but it causes the cracking and dryness at the corners. Let us know what you discover!"
12/23/2008: Amanda from Trenton, Ontario replies: "Dear Terry: please read up on fluoride. It is a toxic Chemical left over from the smelting of aluminum. It is used as a poison. It has the ability to attach to the DNA in the place of hydrogen atoms (simular atomic structor but more reactive). If your aim is to kill oral bacteria you would do better to rinse your mouth with clove tea!"
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1 YEA
[YEA] 06/26/2009: Wendy from Farmington, MI writes: "Hi, I don't know what causes Angular Chelitis, but I usually put yogurt on mine to make them go away. Sometimes it takes a couple of applications, and I wouldn't go out wearing the yogurt :), but it works repeatably for me.Wendy"
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