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What Causes A Whit Line On The Upper Lip?

Hi Dr I am a 22 years old male. I have a white line in my upper lip, more towards my teeth on my left handside. It doesn't hurt. It buzzers only when I chew. I am a smoker. I was wondering why do i have and how do I make it go. I have it since two days.
Thu, 15 Sep 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of white line on upper lip which seems to be due to chemical or thermal injury mainly due to smoking. It could be an allergic reaction as well.

I would suggest you to :-

- Give cold compresses to affected area 2-3 times a day.

- Apply aloe vera gel at night .

- Apply lip balm containing SPF 15.

- Take over the counter anti allergic like zyrtec or benadryl.

- Avoid smoking.

If condition doesn't get better in one week then consult dermatologist and start treatment accordingly. You can go for biopsy of lesion if it remains persistent.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes A Whit Line On The Upper Lip?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of white line on upper lip which seems to be due to chemical or thermal injury mainly due to smoking. It could be an allergic reaction as well. I would suggest you to :- - Give cold compresses to affected area 2-3 times a day. - Apply aloe vera gel at night . - Apply lip balm containing SPF 15. - Take over the counter anti allergic like zyrtec or benadryl. - Avoid smoking. If condition doesn t get better in one week then consult dermatologist and start treatment accordingly. You can go for biopsy of lesion if it remains persistent. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari