Angular stomatitis

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Acute stomatitis, Chronic stomatitis, Mild stomatitis, Serious stomatitis, Cheilitis, Glossitis, Gingivitis, Pharyngitis, Clinical features of stomatitis, Causes of stomatitis, Oral candidal stomatitis, Severe HSV stomatitis, Radiation stomatitis, Chemotherapy/cytotoxic stomatitis, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Contact allergy stomatitis, Oral erosive lichen planus, Xerostomia, Treatment of stomatitis What is stomatitis? Stomatitis is inflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth, including the inner aspect of the lips, cheeks, gums, tongue, and throat. It is a type of mucositis. It can be acute or chronic, mild or serious. Inflammation of the vermilion of the lips is known as glossitis, inflammation of the gums is pharyngitis. What are the symptoms of stomatitis? Stomatitis results in pain, stinging, and soreness. It can present with: • Red patches • ulcers • • Peeling • Swelling • dysaesthesia (numbness) • syndrome – soreness despite normal appearance. These can lead to dehydration and malnutrition. What causes stomatitis? Stomatitis can be due to injury, infection, allergy, systemic or skin disease. Most commonly, it is due to: • Dry mouth / xerostomia • • • Trauma including surgery • Smoking tobacco • Toxicity of chemotherapy drugs – including • Therapeutic radiation eg, for cancer. Some of the causes of stomatitis are listed in the table below. Causes of stomatitis Bacterial infection • Necrotising periodontal disease • • • • Rarely: Fungal infection • Candida albica...

Angular cheilitis is a skin condition that causes a person to experience lesions on the sides of the mouth. The name comes from the Greek term cheil, which means lips, and itis, which means inflammation. The condition closely resembles another one that causes mouth lesions: cold sores or herpes lesions. Unlike cold sores, angular cheilitis usually isn’t contagious. Keep reading to Angular cheilitis causes a lesion to form at the mouth’s corners. It usually starts in the corner and can extend. The condition can cause the following symptoms at the mouth’s corners: • crusting • • moist, open skin • redness • ulceration Angular cheilitis isn’t always due to a specific underlying bacteria or virus, such as cold sores. This is why angular cheilitis isn’t contagious from contact, such as kissing or sharing a drink, like cold sores. Because the two conditions can closely resemble each other, it’s important to make sure your condition isn’t a Certain factors are known to increase a person’s risks for angular cheilitis. These include: • anatomical changes to the jaw that cause the sides of the mouth to droop, such as tooth loss • biting the lips frequently • breathing mostly through the mouth • • nickel • gold • mercury • cobalt • palladium • frequent lip licking • infections or exposure to pathogens, such as Candida albicans or Staph bacteria • nutritional deficiencies, such as iron or vitamin B • smoking • • thumb sucking • xerostomia, or Children tend to experience angular cheili...

Overview What is denture stomatitis? Denture stomatitis (or oral stomatitis) is usually caused by candida — a type of fungus (yeast). It’s normal to have small amounts of candida in your mouth. But when there’s an imbalance, the candida can grow out of control, resulting in a fungal infection. Stomatitis caused by candida is also commonly referred to as Who does denture stomatitis affect? As the name suggests, people who wear • People with diabetes. • Those with poor oral health. • Individuals who take steroids by mouth or through an inhaler. • People undergoing cancer treatment. • Those taking certain medications, such as wide-spectrum antibiotics and corticosteroids. What does denture stomatitis look like? People with denture stomatitis may notice redness, irritation or swelling in the mouth, especially on the palate (roof of the mouth). Thrush — which looks like light-colored patches — may appear on the gums, lips, inner cheeks, tongue and palate. Some people develop cracking at the corners of the mouth. How common is denture stomatitis? Denture stomatitis is one of the most common conditions affecting denture wearers. Research studies have shown that the condition affects up to 70% of denture wearers. Statistically, people who wear full dentures are more likely to develop the condition than those who wear partial dentures. Symptoms and Causes What are the symptoms of denture stomatitis? People with denture stomatitis may develop varying symptoms. Some of the most commo...

Angular cheilitis is an inflammatory skin condition that affects the angles of the mouth. It occurs when saliva collects and then dries, causing the skin to crack. Trusted Source PubMed Central Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health Read on to learn more about what causes angular cheilitis. This guide also discusses symptoms, treatments, and more. Other infections that can cause angular cheilitis include: • Staphylococcus aureus • beta-hemolytic Streptococci • a combination of Candida albicansand S. aureus Conditions that can cause angular cheilitis include: • • Sjögren’sdisease, also known as Sjögren’s syndrome • • Down syndrome • Other causes of angular cheilitis include: • xerostomia, or a • over-licking the lips • thumb sucking • • aggressive dental flossing • excessive drooling • dentures, Angular cheilitis is a type of What are the symptoms of angular cheilitis? Symptoms of angular cheilitis affect the labial commissures, which are the corners, or angles, of the mouth. Angular cheilitis symptoms that affect the corners of the mouth can include: • cracking • crusting • redness or discoloration • soreness • bleeding • folds or creases • wetness from saliva Symptoms of angular cheilitis are Trusted Source PubMed Central Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health Discover more What are the medical treatments for angular cheilitis? Medical treatments for angular cheilitis will depend on the cause but Trusted Source PubMed Ce...

Overview Stomatitis is a sore or inflammation inside of the mouth. The sore can be in the cheeks, gums, inside of the lips, or on the tongue. The two main forms of stomatitis are herpes stomatitis, also known as a cold sore, and aphthous stomatitis, also known as a canker sore. Keep reading to learn more about these two forms of stomatitis. An infection of the Aphthous stomatitis can be one or a cluster of small pits or ulcers in the cheeks, gums, the inside of the lips, or on the tongue. It’s more common in young people, most often between 10 and 19 years of age. Aphthous stomatitis is not caused by a virus and is not contagious. Instead, it’s caused by problems with oral hygiene or damage to mucous membranes. Some causes include: • dry tissues from breathing through the mouth due to clogged nasal passages • small injuries due to dental work, accidental cheek bite, or other injuries • sharp tooth surfaces, dental braces, dentures, or retainers • • food sensitivities to strawberries, citrus fruits, coffee, chocolate, eggs, cheese, or nuts • allergic response to certain bacteria in the mouth • • autoimmune diseases that attack cells in the mouth • • weakened immune system • deficiency in vitamin B-12, folic acid, iron, or zinc • certain medications • stress • Candida albicans infection Herpetic stomatitis is usually indicated by multiple blisters that occur in the: • gums • palate • cheeks • tongue • lip border The blisters may make it difficult or painful to eat, drink, or...

Older persons are at risk of chronic diseases of the mouth, including dental infections (e.g., caries, periodontitis), tooth loss, benign mucosal lesions, and oral cancer. Other common oral conditions in this population are xerostomia (dry mouth) and oral candidiasis, which may lead to acute pseudomembranous candidiasis (thrush), erythematous lesions (denture stomatitis), or angular cheilitis. Xerostomia caused by underlying disease or medication use may be treated with over-the-counter saliva substitutes. Primary care physicians can help older patients maintain good oral health by assessing risk, recognizing normal versus abnormal changes of aging, performing a focused oral examination, and referring patients to a dentist, if needed. Patients with chronic, disabling medical conditions (e.g., arthritis, neurologic impairment) may benefit from oral health aids, such as electric toothbrushes, manual toothbrushes with wide-handle grips, and floss-holding devices. Clinical recommendations Evidence rating References Fluoride gels, rinses, and varnishes may prevent or reduce root caries. C Patients with xerostomia should be encouraged to drink water, avoid alcohol and foods and drinks that contain sugar, and use over-the-counter saliva substitutes as needed. C Topical antifungal therapies are effective for treating denture stomatitis and angular cheilitis caused by candidiasis. A Condition Clinical presentation Treatment Comments Dental caries – Coronal (above the gum) or root: ...

Reproduced with permission from © DermNet New Zealand and © Dr. Richard Ashton Efforts to moisturize the area can sometimes cause further irritation, and extra moisture can lead to a secondary infection. Bacteria like Staphylococcus, as well as Candida yeast, can contribute to angular cheilitis. Frequently, both together can worsen angular cheilitis. Secondary infection can lead to redness, scaling, pain, and fissures. • Minor angular cheilitis causes small flaky skin at the corners of the mouth. It might also cause tightness and slight discomfort when the mouth is opened wide. • Mild angular cheilitis causes discomfort and tightness at the oral commissures. It may also cause flaky skin and redness, along with discomfort when the mouth is opened wide. • Severe angular cheilitis causes pain and discomfort with talking, eating, and anything that requires you to open your mouth. You may also notice lesions at the corners of your mouth that will not heal using ointments like Neosporin or a Chapstick balm. People with chronic angular cheilitis will experience severe pain, discomfort, and other symptoms. They have cyclic episodes of healing, followed by symptoms that return in response to fungal and yeast infections, drooling during sleep, allergies, and other causes. Angular Cheilitis vs. Herpes Simplex Cold sores, caused by the Both conditions cause the corners of the mouth to be red, raw, and inflamed. But oral herpes leads to a cold sore (a fluid-filled blister) or a cluster...