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I Have Had An Irritation Of The Lips For 3
Question: I have had an irritation of the lips for 3 months. My physician first diagnosed it as herpes and I was on acyclovir 800 5 times a day for 7 days - TWICE. When I returned to the doctor he said he was wrong and that he now thinks it is a fungal issue. I have been applying an anti-fugal cream (ketoconazole) mixed with cortisone ointment 3 times a day. It seems to relieve the redness and slight swelling, but when I finished the regimen as prescribed, the symptoms return immediately.
Brief Answer:
Kindly a photo is needed to help through the diagnosis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I understand your concern.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
If it is a fungal infection you can apply an over-the-counter antifungal cream, such as clotrimazole, then topical hydrocortisone 1% ointment an hour later.
You can do this two to three times per day.
I also recommend using oral medication such as Fluconazole 150 mg one tablet a day for three days.
This is also a prescription medication, so you should consult your doctor before using it.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kindly a photo is needed to help through the diagnosis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I understand your concern.
A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis.
If it is a fungal infection you can apply an over-the-counter antifungal cream, such as clotrimazole, then topical hydrocortisone 1% ointment an hour later.
You can do this two to three times per day.
I also recommend using oral medication such as Fluconazole 150 mg one tablet a day for three days.
This is also a prescription medication, so you should consult your doctor before using it.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Raju A.T
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