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Having Swelling In Upper Lip. Having Numbness. Should I Be Concerned?
Over the past two years my upper lip has swollen for no apparent reason. The first time is was the left side and it swelled twice its normal size. After about an hour the swelling went down. There was no pain, just numbness. About a year later it swelled again. This time it was more serious (the lower part of my face swelled). This time it lasted about 2 - 3 hours. Today, 24 June 13, when I awoke my lip was feeling a little strange and the right side of my lip was slightly swollen. After about six hours the swelling has gone down. Should I be concerned? Thanks!
Sat, 29 Jun 2013
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Angioedema is swelling that involves certain layers of the skin and underlying tissues. It is different from urticaria in terms of the areas of skin involved.
It most commonly involves the mouth , tongue or throat though other areas can be involved.
It can be caused by allergies, reaction or side effect of medication , hereditary, occur with stress, cold, heat, exercise, thyroid disease.
To determine the exact cause you may want to consider visiting your doctor who would take a history and suggest blood test.
Treatment would involve eliminating any trigger found as well as the use of medications.
Antihistamines are commonly used for some persons. If there is no response stronger medication may be suggested.
I hope this helps
Angioedema is swelling that involves certain layers of the skin and underlying tissues. It is different from urticaria in terms of the areas of skin involved.
It most commonly involves the mouth , tongue or throat though other areas can be involved.
It can be caused by allergies, reaction or side effect of medication , hereditary, occur with stress, cold, heat, exercise, thyroid disease.
To determine the exact cause you may want to consider visiting your doctor who would take a history and suggest blood test.
Treatment would involve eliminating any trigger found as well as the use of medications.
Antihistamines are commonly used for some persons. If there is no response stronger medication may be suggested.
I hope this helps
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