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Tips for stopping usage.

If lip area is already looking like healing, still swelling, should I continue?Swelling, sore reducing in size

  1. ...Swelling can be a sign of different things. I typically begin to swell before I start healing. Some users experience swelling when they are having an allergic reaction to the cream.


    I would suggest you reach out to your doctor/send pictures if possible to get their advice. For the most part, I don't stop applying cream until the area becomes scabbed over and weeps clear fluid. That is usually a sign you have reached the erosion phase and the cream has done all it is going to do.


    I am including an article that may answer some of your questions.
    https://skincancer.net/life-with-skin-cancer/efudex-cream-how-long



    I am wishing you all the best as you continue toward healing! Please keep us updated on your progress! We are here for you!


    April, SkinCancer.net, Moderator





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