No one is safe from the appearance of redness around the mouth. There may be several reasons for this, but there is one result: an unaesthetic look on the face and a feeling of complete discomfort.
Such an nuisance can occur in both an adult and a child, and children from redness around the mouth experience greater discomfort.
Since this phenomenon is not rare, it will not be out of place to know which doctor to contact in this case and how the treatment will be received.
Common causes of redness around the mouth in an adult
There are several reasons why redness can form in the lips, there are several:
- An allergic reaction that arose against the background of seasonal intolerance to certain allergens or as a result of an excess of any substance in the body.
- Decreased immunity.
- Ingestion of various infections.
- Herpes.
More on the most common causes will be discussed later.
Herpes
Herpes is a viral disease when pathogenic bacteria penetrate the mucous membrane of the oral cavity.
Herpes manifests itself in a few days. At first, an unobtrusive itch on the lip is felt, accompanied by the formation of a faint swelling, similar to a pimple. Gradually, the area of its location is covered with small transparent bubbles, redness occurs. Cold sores can cause mild, but nonetheless painful sensations to some people. It can form on the lower and upper lip, sometimes on two at once.
The biggest nuisance that herpes causes is an ugly appearance. It is unpleasant that it is impossible to hide this sore under tons of cosmetics and masking agents.
Herpes is contagious. It is transmitted to both an adult and a child with a tactile touch - a kiss.
This is one of those diseases that cannot be cured. The virus that provokes its appearance, once it enters the mucous membrane of the mouth, remains in the human body forever. The appearance of herpes on the lips is provoked by several factors:
- severe hypothermia;
- severe overheating of the body;
- seasonal decrease in immunity;
- vitamin deficiency;
- stress and prolonged depression.
In women, such a nuisance manifests itself during the period of menstrual flow, since during this period the body is very vulnerable to various infections.
According to medical research, it was found that only 3% of people in the world are immune to this disease. Of the remaining 97%, some people regularly (especially during cold weather) suffer from herpes, and the other part is only a carrier of infection, and the disease manifests itself in them when favorable conditions arise.
Adult Allergy
Redness and peeling of the skin around the mouth can result from allergies. It can appear for several reasons:
- As a result of gastronomic intolerance. The main place for the deployment of allergies is the oral cavity. The resulting redness around the mouth can be triggered by several allergen products. These are citrus fruits, honey, nuts, tomatoes.
- Cold allergy is the result of contact with a cold object.
Treatment
Treatment of each type of disease combines one thing - the use of ointments and medicines.
As for herpes, then, as mentioned above, it is not treated. But to accelerate its healing is possible in just a couple of days. Special ointments and gels are capable of this. The most popular are:
- Zovirax.
- "Acyclovir."
- "Fenistil Pencivir."
There are antiviral pills that will quickly get rid of herpes, - Levomax.
It is completely impossible to get rid of allergies. Some drugs only alleviate its symptoms, allowing you to more comfortably tolerate this ailment, for example, reduce the redness and peeling that appears in the corners of the lips. The most effective are:
They help reduce swelling of the oral mucosa, and also heal small wounds and fissures in the corners of the lips.
To stop allergic redness of the skin around the mouth, antihistamine ointments are also prescribed:
However, these ointments are contraindicated for use during pregnancy and during the period of feeding the baby.
Common causes of redness in children. Treatment methods
The children's body is more likely than an adult to be infected, allergic, and skin rashes.
Redness around the mouth in a child can occur for the following reasons:
- Teething first teeth. Skin redness may signal this fact.
- An allergy that is more likely due to overeating allergen products.
- Constant stress and irritability.
Consider the most common causes of redness and methods for their treatment.
First teeth
If the baby has redness on the face around the mouth, then most often this does not pose a health hazard to the child. At this time, the first teeth begin to erupt in children: the gums swell, salivation increases. If gums with a cooling effect can be used for gums, then salivation can not be controlled, and it can also be reduced. The near-mouth zone of the child will always be wet, which will lead to the appearance of irritation in the form of redness and peeling.
It will pass by itself over time, so parents can only be patient and wait. But the entire period of active salivation, the child needs to wet his face with a soft towel or napkin, and then lubricate with a soothing baby cream.
Allergy
If the child has an allergy, then in addition to red rashes around the mouth, a runny nose and tear secretion may occur.
More often in babies, this condition occurs due to intolerance to any product or medication taken. For example, even after a small amount of eaten tomatoes, citrus fruits, strawberries, etc., after a short time, the child will have redness and peeling around the mouth.
The first thing that treatment consists of is eliminating the source of the allergy. If the matter is food, then the food allergen must be removed from the diet. And as soon as this problem is solved, only then they proceed to the treatment of the external manifestations of the disease.
Pediatricians recommend Lorizan as a skin-friendly but effective ointment. They also prescribe medication:
- Claritin.
- Fenistil.
- Loratadine.
Infections
Redness around the child’s mouth and nose can be infectious. In this case, this symptom is accompanied by an increase in temperature.
Redness and temperature can be signs of such infectious diseases:
- chickenpox;
- scarlet fever;
- rubella;
- measles;
- mononucleosis.
As soon as these symptoms are revealed, it is not necessary to immediately call a doctor.
What else could be causing?
These are far from the only reasons that can lead to redness and peeling of the skin around the child’s mouth. The following can cause this condition of the skin of the face:
- Herpes. The likelihood of its manifestation is exacerbated in the autumn-winter period, when the child can be cold, and also catch a cold due to reduced immunity. It appears as well as in adults. Treatment is carried out with ointments or special hygienic lipstick, which can later be used for prevention.
- Vaccinations. A skin near-mouth rash can be triggered by injections. This is a kind of reaction of a child’s body to the invasion of a foreign substance. If the child is prone to such side effects after vaccination, then before each subsequent parents should warn the doctor about this.
- Worms. Helminths settled in the intestines of a child irritate his mucous membranes, thereby provoking the appearance of allergic reactions, which lead to the formation of redness in the mouth. If a child has helminthiasis, it should be immediately taken to a doctor.
- Eczema manifests itself in the form of small red dots and vesicles, which are located in the nose, mouth and cheeks. The causes of eczema are non-compliance with the rules of hygiene of the child, as well as weakened immunity. Eczema is treated quickly and easily. The doctor prescribes special ointments and antihistamines. And if this ailment appeared in a newborn who is breastfeeding, then in this case, the mother needs to reconsider her diet.
Finally
Skin redness in the near-mouth area in adults and children most often does not lead to more serious consequences. Weakened immunity is the most likely cause leading to such a result. Therefore, it will not be amiss to conduct a course of taking vitamins to reduce the risk of many diseases.