How long does herpes angular cheilitis take to heal?
Disease description:
The child has developed herpetic stomatitis. It looks painful and he/she can't eat properly. I would like to know how long it takes for this condition to resolve.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
The recovery time for herpes labialis varies depending on individual differences and the severity of the condition. Generally, herpes labialis takes about one to two weeks to gradually improve. For mild cases, recovery may occur within approximately one week through proper dietary adjustments, topical medications, and maintenance of good oral hygiene. If symptoms are more severe, such as significant redness, swelling, pain, or secondary bacterial infection, the treatment period may extend to two weeks or longer.
During treatment, doctors typically recommend the use of antiviral medications, vitamin supplements, and topical ointments to relieve symptoms and promote healing. At the same time, patients should maintain good oral hygiene and avoid consuming irritating foods and beverages to help shorten the duration of the illness. Patients are advised to actively follow their doctor's treatment recommendations to achieve a speedy recovery.
