Glandular Cheilitis

Glandular cheilitis is chronic inflammation/enlargement of labial minor salivary glands, presenting with swollen lip, multiple duct openings, mucoid discharge, and possible crusting. Treatment: oral hygiene; topical emollients; antibiotics if bacterial infection; avoid irritants; surgical vermilionectomy in severe/precancerous/dysplastic cases; biopsy if suspicious; follow-up for malignant change.

Common Symptoms

Swollen lip; multiple duct openings; mucoid discharge; chronic

Causes and Pathogenesis

Chronic inflammation of labial minor salivary glands causes enlargement/discharge.

Treatment

Oral hygiene; emollients; antibiotics if infected; vermilionectomy if severe/dysplastic

Preventive Measures

Avoid irritants; lip care; sun protection.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Oral Medicine/Dermatology/Oral-surgery department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.