How To Effectively Treat Angular Cheilitis?  Treatment of Angular Cheilitis depends on what is the cause of infection, for example it can be caused by yeast infection (Candida) or by bacterial infection (staph). However it is not yet quite sure what comes first, infection or cracks. Another commonly mentioned cause is poor diet or shortage of various vitamins and minerals, easiest way to deal with this is by using mineral supplements. Another problem with Cheilosis as this skin problem is also called, is that it is very tricky to diagnose it, people mistake it for cold sores which only aggravates the problem, make sure to have your dermatologist establish the proper diagnose. Here are a few examples of Angular Chelitis causes and treatments targeted specifically for them! Yeast Infection (Candida) Usual remedies prescribed by physicians are Mycolog II and Mycoststin, both of these treatments are topical (cream or ointment) and combine antifungal with steroid medications. Antifungal part is usually Nystatin, an effective yeast remover while corticosteroid part is added to relieve the redness, swelling and possible itching. If you are prescribed medication like this use it after meals to prevent ingestion, and also remember that steroids applied to the skin affect your entire body and have numerous side effects. One more thing, be prepared to have Perleche return shortly after you stop using such remedies – this is not a permanent solution for this problem. Bacterial Infection (Staph) Usual treatment in this case is some sort of antibiotic cream, ointment or gel, usually it is Miconazole gel which also have anti-fungal properties. Again the same principles apply here as with yeast infection medications – these sort of treatments can cause numerous side effects and are not a permanent solution for Angular Cheilitis. Badly Fitting Dentures Ill fitting dentures often conceal bacteria which can cause infection, best way to cure Cheilosis in this case is prevention. Make sure to remove your dentures each night and soak them in bacteria killing solution and visit your dentist to have your dentures corrected. Chapped Lips A tough one, if you want to fight against chapped lips you have to apply some kind of a lip balm or Vaseline, adding additional moisture can cause Cheilitis to flare up giving bacteria and fungi exactly what it needs. So first make sure to remove bacteria and/or Candida and then deal with chapped lips by using lip balms. Finally no matter what is the exact cause of Angular Cheilitis it’s always good to improve your immunity, so try improving your diet and set aside several hours each week for exercise. Click here to read our reviews of the most effective natural Angualr Cheilitis remedies!