Rough lips with a gritty sensation, no pain or itching
May 29, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Rough lips with a sandy sensation, without pain or itching, may be caused by factors such as vitamin deficiency, cheilitis, or ectopic sebaceous glands, and treatment should be based on the specific cause. When poor nutrition or insufficient intake of vegetables and fruits leads to inadequate vitamin levels in the body, resulting in the above symptoms, treatment under medical guidance with medications such as vitamin D drops or B-complex vitamins may be recommended.
Rough lips with a sandy sensation, without pain or itching, may be caused by vitamin deficiency, cheilitis, or ectopic sebaceous glands, among other reasons. Treatment should be based on the specific cause. Details are as follows:
1. Vitamin deficiency
Poor nutrition in daily life, especially insufficient intake of vegetables and fruits, may lead to inadequate levels of vitamins in the body, resulting in the aforementioned symptoms. Treatment may include vitamin D drops or B-complex vitamin tablets, taken as directed by a physician.
2. Cheilitis
Excessive dryness, prolonged use of low-quality lipstick, frequent consumption of processed foods, or spicy and irritating foods can all lead to cheilitis, causing symptoms such as dryness, peeling, and abnormal growth of the lips. In such cases, topical medications like pimecrolimus cream or tacrolimus ointment can be used under medical supervision.
3. Ectopic sebaceous glands
This condition may be triggered by elevated androgen levels, leading to abnormal proliferation of sebaceous glands on the lips and the appearance of small granules. Treatment may involve topical application of tretinoin cream or fusidic acid cream, as prescribed by a doctor.
In addition to the above causes, similar symptoms may also result from contact dermatitis, perioral dermatitis, or herpesvirus infection. It is important to get adequate rest and avoid excessive fatigue.
