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Suggest Treatment For Small Bump On The Lip

I noticed this small bump on my lip that comes and goes throughout the day. It does not hurt at all but I am concerned it may be herpes. It was on my upper lip but more towards the inside of my mouth. I noticed that it spread to my lower lip in the same exact spot where the upper lip touches the lower lip. What could this be?
posted on Wed, 22 Jul 2015
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Hi Dear,

welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

As per your query you have small bump on lip, there can be many possibilities for bumps on your lip like allergic reaction , canker sore , bacterial infection , fordyce granule and herpes . But in your case it seems to me as Herpes or cold sores which occurs because of lowered immunity of body due to excessive cigarette smoking and autoimmune causes. Need no to worry about it. Visit general practitioner once and get oral examination and visual examination done. If its not identifiable then go for culture by taking sample with the help of swab to determine if bacteria, viruses, or fungi may be causing the bumps. If doctor doubts you may have oral cancer, a tissue sample can be collected to test for malignant cells. Use antiviral ointments such as rich in acyclovir. Wash face frequently, only with water without use of any chemical agent. Your symptoms will resolve soon. Avoid smoking as it will exaggerate your symptoms.

Cover skin while exposure to sunlight. Drink lots of water and fluids to re hydrate body.

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Mahehshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Small Bump On The Lip

Hi Dear, welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have small bump on lip, there can be many possibilities for bumps on your lip like allergic reaction , canker sore , bacterial infection , fordyce granule and herpes . But in your case it seems to me as Herpes or cold sores which occurs because of lowered immunity of body due to excessive cigarette smoking and autoimmune causes. Need no to worry about it. Visit general practitioner once and get oral examination and visual examination done. If its not identifiable then go for culture by taking sample with the help of swab to determine if bacteria, viruses, or fungi may be causing the bumps. If doctor doubts you may have oral cancer, a tissue sample can be collected to test for malignant cells. Use antiviral ointments such as rich in acyclovir. Wash face frequently, only with water without use of any chemical agent. Your symptoms will resolve soon. Avoid smoking as it will exaggerate your symptoms. Cover skin while exposure to sunlight. Drink lots of water and fluids to re hydrate body. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Mahehshwari