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My 9 yr old son licks his lips and rubs them with his shirt all the time causing sores around his mouth and chin. he uses vasaline but no help. ?
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Best to: Have him checked out .He could have infection on his skin around the mouth and chin.If it is constantly wet and moist, it will take longer to heal.
Answered 11/9/2012
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See below: Your son should be seen. Until he is seen, i would apply neosporin three times a day.
Answered 5/6/2019
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