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
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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