Suggest Treatment For Dryness On The Lips

Posted on Mon, 12 Dec 2016

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Mon, 12 Dec 2016 Answered on

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Question : I am having a problem with dryness my lips stick to my teeth my lips are so dry they are peeling my nostrils are also peeling and bleeding. I sip water all the time. What could be wrong?

Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Some labs test recommended. Upload a photo for double check.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using HCM to post your health query.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.

Can you please upload a photo in our system so I can have a look at it?

First thing we think its dehydration. So drinking more then 2 liters of water every day may be helpful. I see you are doing it and that is good.

For how long have you had this problem?
Two lab tests I would recommend to do are a CBC (complete blood count) to check for anemia and the other one its a TSH to rule out a thyroid problem. Both this would give problems with cracks/peeling in the lips.

Looking forward to your follow up question.

Regards,
Dr. Papaqako

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