What to do about chapped lips during military training
May 05, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
If chapped lips during military training are caused by insufficient water intake, increasing fluid consumption can help rehydrate the body. If due to vitamin deficiency, eating more vegetables and fruits can help replenish vitamins. If caused by cheilitis, topical medications such as tacrolimus ointment or pimecrolimus cream may be used as directed by a physician. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital.
In general, chapped lips during military training may result from non-pathological factors such as insufficient water intake, or from pathological causes such as vitamin deficiency or cheilitis. Appropriate management, including general care or medication, should be determined based on the specific situation. Details are as follows:
I. Non-pathological Factors
If water intake is inadequate, it may lead to chapped lips. This typically does not require special treatment; increasing daily water consumption to maintain hydration is usually sufficient.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Vitamin Deficiency
A deficiency in vitamins such as vitamin B2 or vitamin A may also cause dry, cracked lips. Patients can increase their vitamin intake by consuming foods like apples, eggs, and cabbage. If necessary, oral supplements such as vitamin B2 tablets or vitamin A capsules may be taken under medical guidance to help relieve symptoms.
2. Cheilitis
Cheilitis may be associated with habits such as lip-licking or lip-biting, and common symptoms include dryness, flaking, exudation, and crusting. Patients should avoid these harmful habits in daily life and, as directed by a physician, apply topical medications such as tacrolimus ointment or pimecrolimus cream for treatment.
In addition, this symptom could also be caused by other conditions such as angular cheilitis or diabetes. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital.
