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What Causes Sore, Dry And Itchy Lips?
Hello, I was hoping to get some feedback on something weird happening with my lips. They are currently really sore and have a layer/coating that makes my lips feel dry. Not quite chapped, just dry and itchy. If I rub them to get the dark layer off they swell and burn and there seems to be a rash all over my lips. Any ideas?
Sat, 9 Nov 2019
Hi,
It may be solar cheilitis. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. I would recommend you to apply moisturizer cream combined with antibiotic and steroid cream. Take folic acid 5 mg tablet thrice a day. Avoid exposure to sun rays. Avoid contact with lipstick,tooth paste and soap or face wash. Avoid squeezing the lip. Do not rub tongue on lip.
Hope this helps.
Dr.Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
It may be solar cheilitis. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. I would recommend you to apply moisturizer cream combined with antibiotic and steroid cream. Take folic acid 5 mg tablet thrice a day. Avoid exposure to sun rays. Avoid contact with lipstick,tooth paste and soap or face wash. Avoid squeezing the lip. Do not rub tongue on lip.
Hope this helps.
Dr.Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
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