Actinic Cheilitis vs. Poikiloderma of Civatte
Similarities:
- Both conditions are related to chronic sun exposure and primarily affect areas of the skin that are frequently exposed to sunlight.
- They tend to be more common in middle-aged and older adults.
- Sun protection is crucial in both cases to prevent worsening of the conditions.
Differences:
- Actinic Cheilitis specifically affects the lips and is a precancerous condition that requires monitoring and potential treatment to prevent skin cancer.
- Poikiloderma of Civatte affects the neck and chest, causing reddish-brown pigmentation, visible blood vessels, and thinning skin, but is not precancerous.
- Actinic cheilitis may progress to squamous cell carcinoma, while poikiloderma is primarily a cosmetic issue.