• This is most likely angular cheilitis (cracks at the corner of lips)
• Common causes include dryness, saliva accumulation, fungal/bacterial infection, or nutritional deficiencies (especially B vitamins/iron)
• Chronic or worsening cases usually have a mixed infection + irritation component
Next Steps
• Start appropriate topical treatment targeting both fungal and bacterial causes along with healing support
• Evaluate for underlying causes like nutritional deficiency or
diabetes if it is recurrent
• Avoid self-medication with random creams
Helpful Tips / Words of Caution
• Keep the area dry—avoid frequent lip licking
• Stay well hydrated and maintain good oral hygiene
• Use a simple protective barrier (like plain moisturization) to prevent cracking
• Avoid spicy/irritating foods until healed
Kindly consult with me via Practo for detailed evaluation and treatment