General Tips Angular stomatitis
- Avoid licking lips to prevent re-infection.
- Wash hands regularly.
- Avoid kissing during cold sore.
- Avoid sharing towels and utensils.
- Avoid being in contact with immunocompromised patients, i.e. patients with long term health conditions that make immune system weak.
- Avoid oral sex.
- Avoid touching eyes and genitals.
- Contact lens wearers should wash their hands thoroughly before using/handling lenses.
- Avoid picking at blisters or scab.
- Lip balm can help to limit the drying/cracking of lips again do not share these products.
- Cut down on consuming alcohol
- Eat a healthy diet
- Cut down or stop smoking (initially when quitting, one could get mouth ulcers, eventually will clear). Smoking can cause oral cancer and other diseases.
- Maintain good oral hygiene
Natural treatments and tips (DR Axe)
