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Why is my skin around my mouth blackening?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have blackening around my mouth for two months, and it is not fading. I went to a Dermatologist, who prescribed me a deep white cream. But it is not working.

What should I do?

Please help me.

Answered by Dr. Tooba Qazi

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query and can understand your concern.

Keep applying that cream, plus start taking tablet Folic acid twice a day for 10 days, then take it once a day for the next two weeks. Cranking around lip corners occurs due to a deficiency of multivitamins, folic acid, and the winter season can also be a reason. As far as home remedies are concerned, put olive oil on your finger and put it around your lips so that soreness is reduced. Do it before sleeping for a week. And above all, start drinking water, like 1 litre per day mandatory.

I hope this answers your query.

Please let me know if I can assist you further.

Thank you.

Answered byDr. Tooba Qazi

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At March 21, 2019
Reviewed AtJanuary 7, 2026

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