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Extremely dried and chapped lips

2021-10-11 09:56:08
Hi, I am a female, 28 yr old. I am facing this issue on and off since quite sometime. Please help as it is very difficult to open my mouth to eat or even to talk. It burns, itches and pains alot. I have just been applying vaseline only. Please help
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Don't worry...you are suffering from chronic cheilitis causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription

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You are having angular cheilitis and lip dermatitis . It requires a detailed evaluation . No need to be worry at all. It is absolutely treatable.
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This is Inflammation and small cracks in one or both corners of the mouth. It is Angular Chelitis. Saliva collecting at the corners of the mouth can cause a build-up of microorganisms, leading to angular cheilitis. Risk factors include wearing dentures or using masks at work. Consult a Dermatologisr for the same.

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