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I scrubbed my lips really hard and now i think it's forming a rash. why is this?

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Possible: Irritated mucosal surface develop inflammatory reaction. So be gentle with your skin or mucosal surfaces.

Answered 3/17/2014

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Could have traumatiz: You can easily traumatize them and make them redder. They will get better within 3-5 days if it is due to trauma. You could take a couple of tylenol (acetaminophen) pills as needed if you are hurting. Also apply some gentle ointment like vaseline.

Answered 3/17/2014

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