What Causes Red Sores On Lips After Having Citrus Fruits?

Posted on Sun, 17 May 2015

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Sun, 17 May 2015 Answered on

Mon, 8 Jun 2015 Last reviewed on

Question : I have a litlle wound end of my lips for a couple of weeks when i open o eats citrics hearts is red it kind of heals then start hurting and gets redder again . I used lip balms

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
need some details to guide you better

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.

I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I would be in a better position to guide you anything if you answer following questions please:

1. are you on any medication?
2. do you have diabetes, hypertension or any other illness?
3. any history of fever, diarrhea or constipation?
4. If possible can you share a clear close image of the wound?
5. are you sexually active? if yes then does it appear after that/

I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (12 minutes later)

I take levoxil and hydrocortisone 1.0 for thyroid and hypopituitarism and the answers to the other questions are no

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (53 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can upload on top right side

Detailed Answer:
hello

Thankyou for considering to share details further. You can upload on top right side OR you please email an image of the lesion to me at YYYY@YYYY with Sub: ATTN 'Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf'

Thank You

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (22 hours later)

I allready upload a picture, thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Image not received; see description for management please

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thank you for getting back. I'm sorry but i did not receive any image. I would try to help you manage it. Following measures will help to reduce your problem:

- Apply somogel (combination of Lignocaine (Base), Menthol, Eucalyptol, Cetylpyridinium chloride, Ethanol) on small amount over the sore. Leave for 2-3 mins and then wash your mouth will plain water. Repeat this 3-4 times a day.
- Use any antiseptic mouth wash for your local store and use it twice a day.
- Food that will help:
soft, non-acidic foods, such as my omelette, mashed potatoes or mild, sauce-based foods like spaghetti. Try to take yogurt on daily basis.

- AVOID:
Acidic foods as citrus fruits, tomatoes, vinegars, pickles and ketchup while you're waiting for the ulcer to clear up.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!

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