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Cracks in corners of mouth for a few days. tried blister, lip balm, vaseline. none have helped and seems like it's made it worse. help! what do i use?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Two creams: Try mixing an over the counter cortisone cream and anti-fungal cream in equal amounts. Applied at several times a day. If that does not work i would see a dermatologist.

Answered 2/4/2014

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A member asked:

Cracks in corners of mouth for a few days. tried blister, lip balm, vaseline. none have helped and seems like it's made it worse. help! what do i use?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vicki Levine answered

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