- Female
- 20 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've suddenly developed a weird reaction to anything sour. Whenever I eat sour foods, my lips become super dry and chapped, and then they start swelling and get this red rash. It's so frustrating, and I don't know what could help this. Have you ever seen something like this, and what should I do to manage it?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Consider consulting an allergist or dermatologist to determine the specific acid(s) causing the reaction; in the meantime, avoid sour foods and products containing citric acid, malic acid, or tartaric acid; apply topical creams or ointments like petroleum jelly, aloe vera,
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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