Suggest Treatment For Purple Colored Bump On Inside Of Lower Lip

Posted on Sun, 6 Apr 2014

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Question : Hi have a very tiny purplish color bump on the inside corner of my bottom lip. It has been there several months. I noticed it after I woke myself up sucking on that same spot. I thought it would go away. It does get smaller and much paler in color when I first wake up. As the day goes on, it gets darker and slightly larger. Any ideas as to what it is? It doesn't hurt at all.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Please provide a photo of current lip bump... Detailed Answer: Hi, I have gone through your query and understood your concerns. Before running into final conclusions, I'd like to have a photo of the purplish color bump on the inside corner of your bottom lip. The photo will help me determine the most accurate diagnosis and guide you further! Thank you! Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (2 minutes later)

Here is a picture.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (40 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Not worrisome... Detailed Answer: Hi back, Thank you for sending in the requested photo. I have gone through it very carefully, and I only noticed a small purplish dot and found it not so worrisome. It seems to coagulated blood to me, most probably due to frequent sucking of that particular place. Once again, I do not find it worrisome, unless you notice that: - it changes the shape (running bigger) - starts discharging - is associated with pain, itchiness, burning, etc. If all these symptoms occur, should get further evaluation by ENT specialist. Until then, I advise to: - stop the habit of sucking your lips - avoid too hot or too cold foods/drinks At last, I have also noticed a small part of your tongue, and it seemed covered with a white lining to me. If this is true, then, should further investigate. Hope it was of help! Let me know if you have more queries! Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (13 minutes later)

Thank you. I believe the white lining you see is a reflection.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (11 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Great, good oral hygiene advised... Detailed Answer: Oh, that's great. Just take good care of your oral hygiene. All the best! Dr.Albana Let me know if you have further queries!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar