I've been dealing with burning and dry skin on my lips for a couple of months now. At first, I thought they were just chapped, so I tried using lip scrubs and chap stick, but nothing seems to help. I'm starting to worry, could this be a ringworm? How can I tell if that's what it is?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

MBBS
3+ Yrs

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Yes you can have it no problem

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Consult a Dermatologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm having trouble finding the Extend hair tablet my dermatologist recommended for my hair fall issue. Are there any similar alternatives that are more readily available? Would really appreciate any suggestions.

Visit your Physician for appropriate management

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I got stung by a beewasp last week. The initial swelling and redness have gotten better, but now there's this white pus-filled center. Should I be concerned about this?

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I have a dark spot on the right side of my mouth that's really bothering me and making me self-conscious. Would plastic surgery be an option to remove it? I'm not sure what caused it but it's affecting my confidence. What treatments would you recommend for something like this?

plastic sx review for further tt is advised.

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