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Causes and available treatments for inflamed vermilion border / lip edge? (photos)

May 17, 2017
Asked By:thephaph in Arlington, VA

Inflamed vermilion border of top lip (see pictures). Long history of seborrheic dermatitis & rosacea on other parts of face (i.e., above top lip, T-zone, cheeks) treated with ketoconazole 2% lotion and corticosteroid lotion, but vermilion border has never been specifically treated/targeted. Curious of possible causes and any/all available treatments. Thanks.

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May 18, 2017

Answer: Lip irritation

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Answer: Lip irritation

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August 17, 2017

Answer: Medical dermatology review

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