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Sore Lips With Dryness. Could It Be Due To Eating Shrimps?

Hi Dr. Sam,

I had this lip issue for a about 3 weeks now. Icant seem to figure why it is so sore and driy and peeling. Around the
lip in lower lip had redness. Few things I did defferently. I ate some shimp about two weeks ago. I had a drink every night, I got in a Jaquzi in a appartment complex. i also, used a arm and hammer teeth whitening tooth paste. All withing the last 3 weeks. i can t figure what it is.
[PLEASE HELP
Tue, 28 May 2013
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hello
Welcome to healthcare magic forum.
Thank you for your query.
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem.
It may be due to viral or fungal infection or due to allergic one.
You need to apply good moisturizer cream over it.
You can also apply antibiotic cream over crack.
Physical examination is must for proper diagnosis and treatment.
You can consult dermatologist for good treatment.
Wear mask or scarf when going outside will help you.
You should take healthy diet rich in protein and vitamins.
I hope I answered your question.
Let me know if you have any further query.
Regards
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Sore Lips With Dryness. Could It Be Due To Eating Shrimps?

Hello Welcome to healthcare magic forum. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern regarding your skin problem. It may be due to viral or fungal infection or due to allergic one. You need to apply good moisturizer cream over it. You can also apply antibiotic cream over crack. Physical examination is must for proper diagnosis and treatment. You can consult dermatologist for good treatment. Wear mask or scarf when going outside will help you. You should take healthy diet rich in protein and vitamins. I hope I answered your question. Let me know if you have any further query. Regards