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Dryness around lips(mouth)

2025-07-02 10:51:01
The area around my lips get extremely dry and patchy,i try to keep myself as hydrated as possible but no cream seems to work. I had this problem 6-7 years ago but it has started again. The doctor prescribed maviderm along with mometasone. Should i start applying it again?
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Perioral eczema. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment

Answered2025-07-03 07:14:42

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Yes, share pics for better evaluation
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information

Answered2025-07-03 04:53:28

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dryness around mouth... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.

Answered2025-07-03 01:12:26

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.

Answered2025-07-02 23:04:40

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Complete history and images required. Also important to find root cause of the problem.
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Consult online for proper management.
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Avoid self medication or any steroid based creams on your own.

Answered2025-07-03 10:43:41

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It may be peri oral dermatits but using a steroid mat worsen it. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management.

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Will improve with medication Consult online for further management Avoid mometasone

Answered2025-07-03 01:36:06

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Treatment depends upon severity of your condition. Kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment.

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