Exposure to the Sun
The sun is getting hotter as each day passes. A few minutes of exposure to the sun is needed for the body’s growth and development. However, too much exposure to the ultraviolet rays from the sunlight gradually damages the skin as the heat slowly penetrates the body. Direct heat from the sun over a long period could be the reason why many diseases develop. Dehydration, skin eczema, skin cancer, and other skin disorders are a few examples.
The lips do not have any protective layer, but are greatly exposed. They get dry easily, and crack when they lose moisture. This condition is called cheilitis. It is manifested through dry and hard lower lips, reddish, developed sores, scaly, and a texture that feels like sandpaper. When these changes in the lips occur, it is considered precancerous – it becomes malignant and could lead to other diseases. After a lifetime of exposure to UV light, solar cheilitis mostly develops. This health condition is more common in adults, especially outdoor workers like farmers. Therefore, limiting the time outside the sun’s reach is recommended.
