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cheilitis

/kaɪˈlaɪ.tɪs/

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noun

/kaɪˈlaɪ.tɪs/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся воспалением и растрескиванием кожи губ.

A medical condition characterized by inflammation and cracking of the skin of the lips.

uncountable

  1. Lip inflammationC1formalmedical

    A medical condition characterized by inflammation, redness, and cracking of the skin on the lips.

    ruВоспаление губ

    • The patient was diagnosed with cheilitis after complaining of dry, cracked lips.
    • Chronic cheilitis can be caused by vitamin deficiencies or allergic reactions.
    • Applying a moisturizing balm can help soothe the symptoms of cheilitis.

    Synonymscheilosis