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Scar near my lips that comes and goes
Since past 1 year I am getting this scar near my lips which usually comes and goes. And again comes back after few days. May I know what this is?and what should I do??
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This can be because of fungal infection or lip licking. Consult online with more pictures and detailed history for proper treatment
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online consultation
Health Tips
avoid lip licking
proper hydration
lip balm application
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Well, scars are small depressions in skin and usually dont go without treatment
What you have been experiencing is a skin rash, needs to be checked for its recurrent nature
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book online consult with a certified dermatologist
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use moisturisers
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Dr. Manas Chopra
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello dear. It's not a scar. It's most likely due to excessive lip licking. Saliva accumulation near lips can irritate the surrounding skin.
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Online consultation for accurate treatment
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Don't take selfies.
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Dr. Soumya
Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Cochin
Itz not scar,you are having pigmentation and dryness there .
It can be due to repeated lip licking habit-pooling of saliva ,vitamin deficiency or fungal infection
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consult online for prescription
Health Tips
use moisturiser and vaseline lip balm
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