Patient's question:
Recently, for some reason, my mouth has been sore and hasn't gotten better, and my teeth also hurt a lot. How should I take care of children's cheilitis?Doctor's answer:
The lip inflammation in children is generally related to drinking too little water, frequently licking the lips, or vitamin deficiencies. In severe cases, it may reappear as dry, cracked, painful lips with oozing and weeping. Try to encourage the child to drink more water, avoid licking the lips frequently, and consume more green, fresh fruits and vegetables. Follow the doctor's advice and persist with medication treatment, which usually leads to complete recovery within about a week. Anti-inflammatory medication can be used for treatment, and avoid pulling at the affected area to prevent spreading the infection. Adequately supplement with vitamin C.