My lips have been extremely dry and peeling for weeks, and there are some reddish patches that look different from normal chapped lips. I'm worried it might be something more serious. Can psoriasis affect the lips?
4 months ago
Yes, you can actually get psoriasis on your lips! 😮 It is quite rare but it can cause peeling and cracking. Just keep using a very mild, fragrance-free lip balm to protect them!
7 months ago
Yes, oral and lip psoriasis exists. Since you use your mouth constantly for talking and eating, don't let it linger. Get a quick doctor's consult this weekend to get a safe, non-toxic ointment.
6 months ago
Actually, it is quite rare, yaar, but yes it can happen. People often confuse it with normal winter chapping or cheilitis. Better to get it checked by a skin specialist instead of applying random lip scrubs.
5 months ago
Yes, it can happen and it feels so uncomfortable, like extreme chapped lips that never go away. I found that avoiding spicy food and using plain petroleum jelly helped a lot, but definitely show it to a dermatologist.
4 months ago
Yes, psoriasis can affect the lips. It can be quite sensitive, so please apply a gentle moisturizer and consult a dermatologist for safe treatment options.
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4 months ago
I panicked so much when my lips started flaking and bleeding, thinking it was some major infection. It was just a localized flare-up. Once my dermatologist diagnosed it and gave a mild cream, it cleared up beautifully, so relax.
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