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What Causes White Dots On Upper Lip?
Hi, yesterday i noticed from running my tongue across it that the two i guess joint of my mouth where top n bottom lip meet on both sides have there little white dots only on the upper lip though, im kinda nervous , i have no idea what they could be.. any advice?
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Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hi,
White spots on lips must have to be seen by doctor's naked eye for visual inspection to make a confirmed diagnosis.
It can be leukoplakia or vitiigo or Fordyce granules or canker.
But you must see dermatologist for accurate diagnosis and treatment,but mostly they are harmless.
Thanks
White spots on lips must have to be seen by doctor's naked eye for visual inspection to make a confirmed diagnosis.
It can be leukoplakia or vitiigo or Fordyce granules or canker.
But you must see dermatologist for accurate diagnosis and treatment,but mostly they are harmless.
Thanks
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