Atrophy of the lip hem area L57.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Chronic inflammatory changes due to exposure to light. Often in combination with the image of a farmer's skin.

Therapy
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Regular check-ups, e.g. incipient malignancy or biopsy (see M. Bowen, spinocellular carcinoma), consistent UV light protection, e.g. with light protection agents as lipstick (e.g. Neutrogena lip care).

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Incoming links (1)

Landmannshaut;

Outgoing links (5)

Biopsy; Bowen's disease; Landmannshaut; Light protection; Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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