Prevalence and Systemic Associations of Angular Cheilitis in Libyan Type 2 Diabetic Patients: A Cross Sectional Study

Date

2024-8

Type

Article

Journal title

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 8

Author(s)

Naima M El-Kakalli
Ahmed Mustafa Keshla
2 , Abdurahman Musbah Elmezwg
Abdulghani Alarabi
Abeer Hussein Elsagali

Pages

1553 - 1557

Abstract

Conclusion The prevalence of Angular Cheilitis was low among the study sample but was significantly higher in uncontrolled diabetic patients, particularly among females and those with systemic diseases like hypertension and neuropathy. Additionally, AC increased with age, reaching a peak in the 60–69 age range. The findings suggest that AC could be a useful indicator of poor glycemic control and related systemic conditions, emphasizing the need for integrated management of oral and systemic health in diabetic care.

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