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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Itchy Upper Lip

I am having swelling in the lower lip and upper lips with intense etching on the outer skin. at times I see white patch on the lower lip inner side and dead skin comes out after day or two. I have tried antibiotic and halo bet ointment which reduces the same .However when medication is stopped the same starts again pl adivise.

posted on Sat, 11 Apr 2015

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Tue, 2 Jun 2015 Answered on

Tue, 2 Jun 2015 Last reviewed on

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Dermatologist, Dr. Ilyas Patel's Response

Hi,

Most probably you may be having allergic contact dermatitis. You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. There may be some triggering allergens.. like cosmetics,toothpaste,sun rays,house dust,house dust mites,pollens....etc

Still, I would recommend...

- antihistaminics like levocetirizine
- steroids in tappering dose
- mild steroid cream application
- avoidance of suspected allergen

I hope this would help you.

Thanks.

Dr. Ilyas Patel MD

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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Itchy Upper Lip

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