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Factitious cheilitis
Im a final year medical student.
I am suffering from factitious cheilitis (lip sucking behavior ) exacerbated by caffeine , spicy foods.
I was prescribed triamcinole ointment and been using this for past 6 months
Are there any other possible measures that helps me get rid off this condition?
Im very much concerned about the long term use of steroids
Note:lft is normal, good oral hygiene practices
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It can be treated and other causes of cheilitis have to be looked into. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice.
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Need to see whether it's chronic cheilitis... send photos for proper treatment
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