Cheilitis Glandular Deep

Cheilitis of the glandular deep type is an inflammatory disease of the red border and mucous membrane of the lips, caused by enlargement and inflammation of the large salivary glands (parotid and sublingual) and associated lymph nodes.

This disease can occur in men and women, but most often in women. Symptoms can range from mild to severe in intensity.

Symptoms of glandular cheilitis may include: - Sore lips when coming into contact with hot or cold food. - Thickening of the skin of the lips. - Swelling and redness of the area around the mouth. - Microcracks and erosion may be noticeable on the lips. - Reduced sensitivity of the affected area and spontaneous scarring. There are many causes of glandular cheilitis. Some of these may be due to enlargement of the minor salivary glands inside the lip, which puts pressure on the blood supply to the lips and causes inflammation of the surrounding tissue. This may also be due to hormonal changes in the body, infectious diseases and allergic reactions.

To determine an accurate diagnosis, an examination is usually carried out using laboratory tests and ultrasound examination of the lymph nodes and other parts of the body. If enlarged lymph nodes are detected, the patient is referred to an endocrinologist and oncologist to identify cancer. After making an accurate diagnosis, the doctor will prescribe treatment aimed at relieving inflammation. The choice of medications depends on the degree of development of the disease and the individual characteristics of the patient. In most cases, it is local and systemic