Angular Cheilitis, Perleche or Cheilosis as this condition can be called due to several reasons and Cheilitis treatments depend on the type of infection. Sometimes this condition occurs because of yeast infection (Candida) or bacterial infection (staph). Although often yeast/bacterial infection start after the skin has already begun to crack.

Sometimes the cause can be vitamin deficiency, in a case like that vitamin supplements or a rich vitamin diet is prescribed. There are a lot of reasons and causes of this skin disease, a visit to a dermatologist will be worth it to understand the root cause of this problem. However it is always good to gather your own information, that way you will be able to better understand the doctor and why he or she recommends a certain treatment.

If the problem caused by yeast infection or candida, then an antifungal and steroid medicine such as Mycolog II is advised. This cream has nystatin that eliminates the fungus and triamcinolone acetonide (steroid) that relieves the redness, inflammation, pain as well as helps the cracks to heal faster. The only trouble is that steroids are not good for a human body and cause numerous side effects.

If the problem is due to bacterial infection or staph, then an antibiotic cream is advised, like for example miconazole gel. If the problem is caused by chapped lips then Vaseline or lip balm would be effective. The problem could also happen due to ill-fitting dentures, if so re-fitting and soaking them in antiseptic solution would be of help. In the end, your personal hygiene and proper lifestyle are the best Cheilitis treatments for curing and preventing this disease.