This image displays scaly, dry, cracked lips due to actinic cheilitis. Lips affected by actinic cheilitis can appear scaly or crusty until treated. This image displays thick, scaly skin around the lips, typical of actinic cheilitis, due to sun damage.
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Actinic Cheilitis  Information for adults

Picture of Actinic Cheilitis: This image displays scaly, dry, cracked lips due to actinic cheilitis. Divider line
This image displays scaly, dry, cracked lips due to actinic cheilitis.
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Self-Care Guidelines
Prevention is very important. Wearing barrier clothing (eg, wide-brimmed hats) and sunscreen-containing lip balms can aid in preventing actinic cheilitis.
When to Seek Medical Care
Seek the evaluation of a primary care provider or dermatologist when persistent scaling of the lips is noted. A biopsy of the lip may be needed to rule out squamous cell carcinoma.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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