Daily Archives: July 26, 2009

Perleche, or otherwise known as angular stomatitis, is a painful, bipolar inflammation of the mouth after a bacterial or fungal infection. The problem starts as cracks of the folds of the lips where it slowly progresses into small cuts or ulcers, which ultimately bleeds when left untreated. The condition can spread in the nearby areas of the face in the form of red rashes accompanied with some swelling. Although it is not contagious or dangerous, it is painful enough to cause discomfort in speaking, laughing, and eating, and can affect a person psychologically and socially. Continue reading