3. Is cheilitis life threatening?Cheilitis in itself is not life threatening but is indeed very painful and annoying. The underlying cause of cheilitis may be life threatening if neglected and left untreated, for example SLE. Glandularis Cheilitis might result in squamous cell carcinoma.
4. Is cheilitis curable?Yes, most cases of cheilitis are curable, if properly diagnosed and treated and followed by good dietary and lifestyle habits.