Question 57 (part 2) · LDEK · Precancerous lesions and neoplasms

Choose characteristic factors of sun-induces cheilitis:

1) female sex;
2) older age;
3) upper lip location;
4) oedema, epithelium exfoliation, induration
5) cracks, erosions
6) possible dysplasia in histopathologic examination.
Correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,3,5.
  2. B. 2,4,6.
  3. C. 1,4,5.
  4. D. 2,4,5,6.
  5. E. 1,2,4,5,6.
Hint

Think about who accumulates chronic UV damage of the lip, which lip is more exposed, and whether the condition is potentially malignant.

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