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I have burning, swelling, peeling, and bleeding of lips. Please advice.

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Published At July 27, 2018
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Something is wrong with my lips. It all started a couple of days ago- burning, swelling, peeling, oozing, and bleeding. There are also tiny, fluid-filled blisters. I went to the doctor today, but she wasn't sure whether there was a bacterial infection. She prescribed me antibiotics just in case. Should I take them? I also have another question about my clitoris. For over two months the skin has been peeling off under the hood, leaving it like raw, itching wounds and some kind of red dots. What could this be? Currently, I am taking Somac and Klonopin.

Answered by Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It could be an allergic reaction to some lip cosmetics or it could be a sun-induced eruption that is a phototoxic reaction. I suggest you use a topical antibiotic like either Neosporin ointment Or Mupirocin ointment 2 % on lips Or maybe a mild OTC (over-the-counter) topical steroid like Cortisone cream (Hydrocortisone) would be a better option. Do not yet take oral antibiotics. Avoid sun. The rash on the clitoris seems like a yeast infection. I would suggest Clotrimazole 1 % cream, twice daily for a week or Clotrimazole vaginal tablets for a week along with an oral antifungal like tablet Fluconazole 150 mg, single dose.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sushil Kakkar
Dr. Sushil Kakkar

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