Question 1

i have peeling skin and rednes in the corner of my mouth. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Perleche: Sounds like it could be perleche or angular chelitis which is common and caused by a buildup of moisture.Nothing dangerous. It should be looked at by a doctor to confirm  this and a topical cream can be precribed, good luck!

Question 2

peeling skin inside mouth on cheeks and inside of lips both upper and lower. almost look like blisters, and or dry skin  painful lasts about a week?

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Depends: There are multiple conditions that may cause your skin to peel inside your mouth. Including infections like hand and mouth disease, drug reactions like stevens johnsons syndrome, immune system disorders like  pemphigus  go to a doctor for evaluation.  They can do labs and biopsy the skin to find out why.

Question 3

top cancer dr wants to start 87 yr dad on 5-fu for 6 months b/c he says there are no side effects other than possible mouth sores & peeling skin. true?

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Benefits  VS  risks: If your dad is very healthy 87 why not , should not deprive cancer treatments due  age alone.  If your dad is mentally incompetent , fragile , then family ( health proxy ) should decide with the advise from medical team. End stage of journey in this world , it is quality of life , not quantity is important , will make your decisions very simple.

Question 4

bleeding gums after brushing, white wrinkled lines in inner/lower cheek, peeling skin in mouth, rough spots?

Accepted Answer

Check it out : Different possibilities-candidiasis, viral, systemic issues? See your doc for accurate diagnosis,

Question 5

when my menstraul period starts the corners of my mouth splits/crack and on my top lip in the same area gets a dry patch of peeling skin no blisters?

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Cracks: May be what's called angular chelitis (google it).  your hormonal swings may facilitate the problem.  Try taking once daily B-complex vitamins for two months and see if that helps.  If not, talk to your Gynecologist about hormone levels.

Question 6

splotchy hives or acne exclusively on lower right cheek btwn. mouth and nose. occ. dry, peeling skin. red, inflamed. not itchy. allergy or hormonal?

Accepted Answer

Likely contact: Localized skin issues are often due to things that contact that space.I suppose you are right handed &amp; touch that side of your face with contaminated fingers or you lay on that side to sleep.Unwashed fingers can carry a variety of plant/animal/dirt/chemical material to the site.You could also have a variant of a cold sore erupt as a similar event. An exam might help sort it out. It is not hormonal

Question 7

i am experiencing  fatigue, peeling skin, red spots on roof of mouth, joint stiffness, headache (quality: dull or aching sensation, sensation of pressure or fullness) my ana is 1:160 speckled, low c3 and c4 16 (nl range 16-47).  ?

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Rheumatologist: My advice is to consult a rheumatologist. The ANA, although elevated, cannot be considered diagnostic of collagen disease without other supportive evidence. Since your symptoms are nonspecific, I would like to have an expert evaluate you.

Question 8

i have these peeling skin on the head of my penis. what would it be?

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Here are some ...: Without a look at what you described, it's hard to offer a decent advice although chronic inflammation, i.e., balanoposthitis, related with long tight foreskin, or  psoriasis would first come to mind. Clinically, you may try applying topical antifungal + steroid cream lightly 1-2 daily after gentle cleansing for 4-5 days and see. if not improved as wished, see urologist for confirmation, Rx, &amp; ...

Question 9

i have peeling skin on the head of my penis. it's red and itchy. what is this?

Accepted Answer

Could be psoriasis: This could be psoriasis or a superficial skin cancer. Get that thing checked out asap!

Question 10

i have very dry and peeling skin on my penis head, there's also three small bumps on my penis head one even scabbed over but was leaking clear yellowi?

Accepted Answer

Balanitis: It sounds like you may be having a yeast balanitis, and may also have a bacterial infection on top of this. This could also be an STD, maybe herpes. You really should see a physician as soon as possible to have this evaluated.

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I have peeling skin and rednes in the corner of my mouth. what could this be?

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Peeling skin inside mouth on cheeks and inside of lips both upper and lower. almost look like blisters, and or dry skin painful lasts about a week?

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Top cancer dr wants to start 87 yr dad on 5-fu for 6 months b/c he says there are no side effects other than possible mouth sores & peeling skin. true?

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Bleeding gums after brushing, white wrinkled lines in inner/lower cheek, peeling skin in mouth, rough spots?

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When my menstraul period starts the corners of my mouth splits/crack and on my top lip in the same area gets a dry patch of peeling skin no blisters?

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Splotchy hives or acne exclusively on lower right cheek btwn. mouth and nose. occ. dry, peeling skin. red, inflamed. not itchy. allergy or hormonal?

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I am experiencing fatigue, peeling skin, red spots on roof of mouth, joint stiffness, headache (quality: dull or aching sensation, sensation of pressure or fullness) my ana is 1:160 speckled, low c3 and c4 16 (nl range 16-47). ?

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I have these peeling skin on the head of my penis. what would it be?

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I have peeling skin on the head of my penis. it's red and itchy. what is this?

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I have very dry and peeling skin on my penis head, there's also three small bumps on my penis head one even scabbed over but was leaking clear yellowi?

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