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I have chelitis, was given a steriod so how long will it take to see effect?
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Cheilitis: There are different types and different causes of cheilitis. Topical steroids, zinc oxide and topical antifungals are commonly used to treat it. Also riboflavin deficiency can cause it.
Answered 3/3/2013
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