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I have scaps on my lips that will not go away. it has been a never ending cycle for a little over a year of picking it every other day just so i can g?
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Picking scabs: leads to more scabbing.....You have to allow complete healing. Use an antibacterial ointment (eg: Bacitracin) to speed up the healing process! Stop BITING your lips! (The ointment will help that also) Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 11/26/2016
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