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Raw skin from runny nose??

My son's skin in between his nostrils and his upper lip is so raw and sore from rubbing so much. He's had a terrible runny nose for several days and it's impossible to get him to not rub (he's 3!!). Is there anything I can do to alleviate the rawness???

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  • Kimmy
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago
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    I would use Vaseline or any other petroleum jelly. regular lotion has alcohol in it and it will burn and actually dry out the skin even more. a light sheen of the jelly will help lock in any natural mosture

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    You could apply a good hand cream or a silicone cream to the area to stop it getting waterlogged.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Put some Carmex on his nose. You will be surprised how fast it will heal.

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