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  • female
  • 25 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I've been really struggling with my lips being dark and chapped lately. Are there any creams or treatments you could recommend to help lighten them?

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Dr. Dr Anshul Maheshwari

Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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  • MBBS
  • 5+ Yrs
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That could be due to Fungal Infection or Vitamin Defeciency,visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management,and consume balanced diet

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