Patient's question:
Recently, for some reason, I've had sores in my mouth that just won't heal, and my teeth are also hurting a lot. What are the traditional Chinese medicine treatment plans for cheilitis?Doctor's answer:
This situation is usually caused by stomach issues, a lack of vitamin C, or deficiencies in trace elements like calcium, iron, and zinc. The key is to drink plenty of water and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. Increase your intake of roughage foods and make sure to maintain regular bowel movements. Generally, the main approach is to clear heat and detoxify. You can steep some fang da hai (morus alba) or honeysuckle flowers. Avoid spicy and irritating foods. You can apply lip balm, zinc oxide ointment for fish liver oil, or a little sesame oil. Eat more nuts and seeds, and keep your lips moist. Take 21 Golden Vitamins or calcium, iron, and zinc oral solutions orally. Drink more milk, and with proper nourishment over time, it will gradually improve.