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Lips feel really dry and numb, chapstick and vaseline isn't helping. what do i do?

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Dr. Donald Colantino
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Internal Medicine 63 years experience
Dry lips: Avoid excessive wind, Sun and dry atmospheres. Avoid frequent smacking or biting of your lips. Use facial cleansing cream instead of soap in cleansing your face.
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