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  • Male
  • 27 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm really worried about my lips being super dry and chapped lately. I've been using lip balm twice a day, but it doesn't seem to help. Could it be because we leave the fan on high speed all night? Any ideas on what might be causing this?

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Kozicare cream is advised.Side-effects include itching and hypersensitivity reactions

Dr. Shubham Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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