Exfoliative Cheilitis
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Dental Advancements - Year 2016, Vol 8, Issue 1
Abstract
Exfoliative cheilitis (EC) defines a heterogeneous spectrum of chronic inflammatory processes characterized by a persisting crusting and desquamation of the lips. In majority of cases, cause of the disease is repetitive lip picking or biting which leads to excessive production and exfoliation of keratin and hence it is also termed as facticious cheilitis, however the disease it still considered as idiopathetic in origin. Factors such as stress and some psychiatric conditions are associated with the onset of the disease. This condition is disabling because esthetics and normal functions such as eating, speaking and smiling are compromised. The lack of specific treatment makes exfoliative cheilitis a chronic disease that radically affects a person's life. This report attempts to eliminate the possible differential diagnosis by proper investigations and reaching to correct diagnosis.
Authors and Affiliations
Altaf Hussain Chalkoo, Nusrat Nazir Makroo, Gowhar Yaqub Peerzada
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