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Any over the counter meds to deal with this contact allergy? it is on and around my lips due ti lip balm containing beeswax.
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You could try 1%: hydrocortisone cream or ointment,but you might need something stronger by prescription only. Hope this helps!
Answered 5/20/2016
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