A dry mouth may seem insignificant, but a leading dentist warns that it can be a symptom of five severe illnesses. While a ...

Dr Azad Eyrumlu, of Banning Dental Group, said: "A dry mouth can be a sign something's not right elsewhere. This can manifest ...

Mouth sores like cold sores are contagious because ... Also, using lip balm regularly can help prevent chapped, dry lips. You’ll also want to take steps to prevent dry mouth, which can trigger ...

German dermatologist Dr Uta Schlossberger explains why our lips get chapped, and when lip balm use can become a problem. Our sebaceous glands produce an oily secretion, sebum, that hydrates the skin.

Chapped lips, also known as cheilitis, are common in winter due to thinner skin on the lips and lack of natural oils. Causes include frequent lip licking, dehydration, certain medications ...

But a dry mouth may also indicate serious health conditions, such as diabetes, stroke, and even HIV. Banning Dental Group's ...

Ouch. You part your lips ever so slightly and you’re suddenly reminded of the painful sore in the corner of your mouth. The ...

Chapped lips are more vulnerable both to cold ... But heat, especially sudden heat on the lip area, can trigger a cold sore as heat irritates the skin and causes micro inflammation which can ...

Our lips are much more likely to get chapped in the winter — and lip balm’s not the way to fix them. auremar – stock.adobe.com Skin on the lips is also thinner and and lacks keratin ...

Indoor heating can dry out the air in your home. Using a humidifier can add moisture back into the environment, creating a more inviting atmosphere for your skin and lips. Not all lip balms are ...

While I've tried many lip balms, not all of them have moisturized to my liking. Many products actually dried my lips out more, which is not what I signed up for (especially during the cold, dry winter ...