Although the disease has an unknown etiology, the
sores of angular cheilitis may become infected by the fungus Candida
albicans (thrush), or other pathogens. Studies have linked the initial
onset with nutritional deficiencies, namely riboflavin (vitamin B2) and
iron deficiency anemia, which in turn may be evidence of poor diets or
malnutrition (e.g. celiac disease). Zinc deficiency has also been
associated with angular cheilitis.[citation needed] Cheilosis may also
be part of a group of symptoms (upper esophageal web, iron deficiency
anemia, glossitis, and cheilosis) defining the condition called
Plummer-Vinson syndrome (aka Paterson-Brown-Kelly syndrome).
Angular cheilitis occurs frequently in the elderly
population who experience a loss of vertical dimension due to loss of
teeth, thus allowing for over-closure of the mouth.
Less severe cases occur when it is quite cold (such
as in the winter time), and is widely known as having chapped lips.
This lesser form mostly happens to young children/teenagers.[citation
needed] The child may lick their lips in an attempt to provide a
temporary moment of relief, only serving to worsen the condition.
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