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Lips redness, dryness and tender
Since last 10 months I am suffering with intermittent dry, red and inflamed lips and surrounding area on my lips. I have shown dermatologists also. Some suggested using odour free lip balm, which I did. Left using lipstick or any makeup in the mouth area.
As prescribed, I apply fusidic acid cream and combine desonide when there is irritation and excess redness but this is all temporary for couple of days. I have reduced consumption of spicy food, left eating prawns and reduced consumption of eggs as advised by 1 doctor. But that is not helping either.
I am not sure what is the cause and I am worried because this constant dryness and redness impacts my daily life.
Kindly suggest.
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Avoid all topical agents for one week and apply bland emmolient like Vaseline jelly every now and then. Avoid lip smacking. Consult if not subsiding. Takes time.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from eczematous dermatitis causing this lip problem.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
It may be lip smack dermatits due to constant lip licking resulting in dermatits to saliva. You can also try changing your tooth paste. Kindly consult for better management.
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Dr. Apurva Shindikar
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Nashik
Clear pictures, detailed history and information about treatment taken is needed for correct diagnosis and treatment.
Please avoid application of any steroidal cream.
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please consult online for detailed prescription.
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Avoid using any lip scrubs, fragrant lip balms.
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly consult online with pictures for proper treatment and guidance.
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Ayushi Tayal
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Firozabad
it could be cheilitis, vitamin deficiency could cause it .,, please do online consultation for proper treatmnet plan and please donot apply medicated creams for too long,,.
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Dr. Dhavala Guna Sagarika
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
Detailed history and clear images are required for proper diagnosis and treatment
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kindly book online consultation for further management
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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.
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