Dry and flaky skin at the corners of the mouth like ringworm may be caused by localized dry skin, and it may also be caused by diseases such as keratitis, herpes of the mouth and lips, and contact dermatitis.
1. Dry skin: when the weather is too dry or daily skin moisturizing work is not in place as well as drinking too little water, it will lead to the emergence of dry skin, serious cases will appear in the corners of the mouth dry peeling like ringworm, redness, pain and other symptoms.
2. Keratitis: when the patient’s skin in the corners of the mouth area is infected by fungal or bacterial infections, it will lead to infectious keratitis, followed by dry cracks, which may be accompanied by mild pain and look like ringworm.
3. Oral and lip herpes: when the patient is infected with herpes simplex virus, it will lead to the emergence of oral and lip herpes, the patient’s corners of the mouth will appear blisters, ulceration and other symptoms, herpes is gradually absorbed during the recovery period, dryness and peeling of the skin may occur.
4. Contact dermatitis: when the patient comes into contact with allergic or irritating substances, such as allergenic skin care products or pollen, etc., the corners of the mouth may appear dry, tight, peeling, accompanied by certain itching symptoms.
Dryness and peeling of the corners of the mouth like ringworm, if the symptoms persist, it is recommended to visit a dermatologist in time to clarify the cause of treatment and care. Daily attention should be paid to keep the local clean, eat a light diet, drink more water in moderation.