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On Medications For Diabetes, Hypertension, Skin On Both The Sides Of Mouth See,s To Be Lightening. Any Ideas?

I am a 50 y.o. african american woman with dark skin. I have had type 2 diabetes for 10 years, still using glyburide metformin , take lisinopril , hydrochlorothiazide , nifedipine for hypertension, and in late July, i got a serious sun burn in the Dominican Republic, but my skin recovered. However, i recently noticed the skin on bothcornersbof my mouth are lightening and i am afraid it might be vitiligo. What could make the skon lighten so quickly? Any ideas?
Sun, 1 Sep 2013
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Hi,
Thanks for writing in.
The condition can be vitiligo,postinflammatory hypopigmentation,Allergic contact dermatitis etc
A visit to dermatologist will allow proper diagnosis.
Treatment can be suggested only after confirmation of diagnosis.Avoid any cosmetics , creams ,lips etc.
Hope this helps.
I will be available for any further clarification you need.
Regards
DrSudarshan
MD
Dermatology
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On Medications For Diabetes, Hypertension, Skin On Both The Sides Of Mouth See,s To Be Lightening. Any Ideas?

Hi, Thanks for writing in. The condition can be vitiligo,postinflammatory hypopigmentation,Allergic contact dermatitis etc A visit to dermatologist will allow proper diagnosis. Treatment can be suggested only after confirmation of diagnosis.Avoid any cosmetics , creams ,lips etc. Hope this helps. I will be available for any further clarification you need. Regards DrSudarshan MD Dermatology