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Could cracked lips indicate a hidden fungal infection?

How many tubs and tubes of lip balm did you get through in 2025? If the answer is ‘too many to count’, yet your lips are still constantly cracked and dry, there may be something else at play. In a ...
Tyla

Unexpected health warning you might want to pay attention to if your lips are always cracked or dry

There is an unexpected health warning you might want to pay attention to if your lips are always cracked or dry as TikToker ...
Guyana Chronicle

Infections of the mouth

AT least 8 out of every 10 patients who seek dental treatment do so because of an infection. Most, if not all, expect that if a person’s face is swollen, then ...
UNILAD

Expert reveals what could be happening if you have cracked lips all the time and it might shock you

The expert told Metro: "The most relevant fungal condition around the mouth is oral candidiasis, commonly known as thrush, but it rarely presents as isolated chapped lips. When Candida is involved, ...

'Covid mouth' is a lesser-known symptom that could affect 10 percent of people

A lesser-known symptom in the mouth could affect around one in 10 people with Covid. One study found that around 10 per cent ...
New York Post

Your lip balm could be secretly wrecking your lips — here’s why

Welcome to Ask Doctor Zac, a weekly column from news.com.au. This week, Dr Zac Turner explains how lip balm could be damaging your lips. QUESTION: Hey Dr Zac, I’m addicted to my lip balm. I apply it ...
Healthline

What Is Erythema Multiforme in the Mouth?

Erythema multiforme is an immune-mediated skin condition that may develop inside the mouth. Oral symptoms can include lesions on the lips and blisters and erosions on the gums and palate. Various ...
Rolling Out

5 things to use on cracked lips during the winter

The winter months can wreak havoc on lips, causing painful cracks, chapping, and discomfort. As temperatures drop and indoor heating systems run constantly, finding effective solutions becomes ...