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What Causes Itching In The Lips?
About three months ago my lips became very irritated starting itching and turned black. I was out early one morning and it was chilly and my lips became irritated and they have not been the same since. They look horrible and are is always dry and itchy.
Wed, 17 Jun 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern.
The symptoms you mention in query are clearly indication a condition known as chapped lips . This condition occur most commonly due to excessive licking and picking of lips , Which remove natural layer of moisture from lips and make them susceptible to crack ,redness and itchiness.
There are other reasons also like dry weather , deficiency of vitamin B6 ,B12and stress.
I would suggest you to :-
- Avoid picking and licking of lips .
- Use lip balm containing SPF 15 to prevent then from sun exposure . because chapped lips are very sensitive to UV ray of sun.
- keep your self hydrated , dring at least 8 glasses of water .
- Start vitamin supplement containing B6 and B12.
- Exfoliate lips once a week to remove dead skin.
- Also apply raw honey for 10- 15 minutes then wash away.
If condition doesn't get better in a week then consult dermatologist for proper examination and rule out condition like allergic reaction or infection. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics or antihistamine drug.
Doctor may also suggest procedure like laser therapy for discoloration.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern.
The symptoms you mention in query are clearly indication a condition known as chapped lips . This condition occur most commonly due to excessive licking and picking of lips , Which remove natural layer of moisture from lips and make them susceptible to crack ,redness and itchiness.
There are other reasons also like dry weather , deficiency of vitamin B6 ,B12and stress.
I would suggest you to :-
- Avoid picking and licking of lips .
- Use lip balm containing SPF 15 to prevent then from sun exposure . because chapped lips are very sensitive to UV ray of sun.
- keep your self hydrated , dring at least 8 glasses of water .
- Start vitamin supplement containing B6 and B12.
- Exfoliate lips once a week to remove dead skin.
- Also apply raw honey for 10- 15 minutes then wash away.
If condition doesn't get better in a week then consult dermatologist for proper examination and rule out condition like allergic reaction or infection. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics or antihistamine drug.
Doctor may also suggest procedure like laser therapy for discoloration.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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