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A member asked:
I have a lot of saliva when i sleep and a red patch on the corner of my lips for 2 months which looks like angular cheilitis. would it help to wash it with anti-bacteria soap and apply hydrocortisone cream to it? or better another otc? how often?
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Washing it with harsh antibacterial soaps can actually irritate it more. Use a moisturizing soap. Using the OTC hydrocortisone cream 2-3 times a day is a good idea to reduce the inflammation. You also may want to try plain old Vaseline in the involved areas at night to prevent further damage/ irritation.
Answered 3/22/2021
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