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Actinic cheilitis is the lip form of actinic keratosis due to chronic sun exposure. It is also called actinic cheilosis, solar cheilitis, and sometimes, actinic cheilitis with histological atypia. Actinic cheilitis also describes lip involvement in actinic prurigo, a rare form of photosensitivity.
18 Απρ 2023 · Actinic cheilitis is a form of actinic keratosis, or a precancerous skin lesion. It presents as dry, chapped, scaly lips with white patches or discoloration. People who are frequently exposed to UV rays from the sun or tanning beds are at greater risk, especially when sun protection is not involved.
17 Ιουν 2024 · Actinic cheilitis, sometimes known as “farmer’s lip” or “sailor’s lip,” is a precancerous condition caused by chronic sun damage. The lower lip is most often affected. Individuals with actinic cheilitis often notice persistent dryness and cracking of the affected lip.
1 Μαΐ 2023 · Cheilitis is a group of inflammatory conditions that cause the skin of the lips to become red, dry, scaling, and itchy. There are many possible causes of cheilitis, including infections, allergies, irritants, and even habitual behaviors like lip-licking.
Actinic cheilitis is a precancerous condition caused by long-term sun exposure. It leads to rough, scaly, discolored patches on your lips. Treatment can prevent cancer.
15 Αυγ 2018 · Learn how to identify and treat actinic cheilitis, also known as farmer's lip, plus see photos of this condition.
12 Ιουλ 2023 · Actinic cheilitis is a precancerous condition caused by damage to the lip epithelium, which is the outer most tissue layer. The condition itself is not considered a serious health concern, but...
