Medical Dermatology Consultation & Prescriptive Care
Cheilitis refers to inflammation of the lips. It can cause dryness, cracking, redness and discomfort.
The condition can affect one or both lips and may involve the corners of the mouth.
Common symptoms include:
Cheilitis can have several underlying causes, which is why proper assessment is important.
Different forms of cheilitis include:
Each type requires a different treatment approach.
During consultation, Úna Jefford assesses:
This allows the underlying cause of the lip inflammation to be identified.
Treatment plans may include:
Many cases improve significantly once the correct cause is addressed.
Úna Jefford is the Medical Director of Dermal Health and holds an MSc in Clinical Dermatology. As a Registered Nurse and Independent Prescriber, she provides evidence-based dermatology care tailored to each patient.
Úna regularly assesses and treats inflammatory conditions affecting the lips, such as cheilitis, focusing on identifying underlying causes and providing appropriate prescription treatment.
