Healing Cracked Lip Edges Naturally

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If you have painful splits at the edges of your mouth, then everyday tasks such as eating, drinking and even speaking are impossible to complete without excruciating pain. For some people, the area looks a little red and inflamed but for others, angry red splits and scabbing make it not only painful, but embarrassing too! Healing cracked lip edges naturally is possible though and the key is to understand a little about what could be causing the condition and, first of all, addressing the root causes.

If you have had these splits for more than a day or two, it is very likely that the condition has become bacterial or fungal in nature and therefore very difficult to eradicate.

Moisture can easily collect in the warm, moist edges of the lips and together, these provide the perfect breeding ground for bacteria or fungus. Once this takes hold on the skin, it often fails to heal normally, as would a small cut anywhere else on the body. Instead, it becomes more inflamed and more painful, often leading to clusters of sore scabs and splits. When this happens, this is called angular cheilitis and is a recognised medical condition.

Identifying the causes is the key to healing cracked lip edges naturally. Very often, you can identify a root cause. It could be something as simple as drooling or dribbling due to pen sucking or finger chewing. In older people, it could be ill-fitting false teeth or slackened muscles at the mouth edges due to the aging process.

Blocking the moisture from reaching the broken skin is a good starting point. If you can prevent this by removing the cause, then all well and good. If not, apply a thick, protective layer of petroleum jelly or unperfumed lip salve. Not only will this protect the area, but it will help stop air from reaching the affected parts, thus stopping the pain.

Changing your diet and taking a supplement can also help with healing cracked lip edges naturally. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, beans, wholegrains, nuts and seeds and take vitamin B12 and iron.

If you have had cracked lip corners or scabs for more than a couple of days, it is likely that the condition has taken hold.

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