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Suggest Treatment For Red And Swollen Upper Lips
Question: I woke up yesterday morning with a cild sore. I took valtrex and put acyclovir cream on it every 3 hours. I noticed a 3" redish purple colored spot on the inside of upper right arm by my armpit. It is tender to touch and a little itchy. This morning when I awoke, my entire upper lip is red and extremely swollen. And the patch under my arm is a little larger and darker in color. Help!!
Brief Answer:
Adverse drug reaction
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Probably you have developed an allergic drug reaction.
You require treatment with oral and topical steroids.
Please stop the medication you are taking and applying and meet a doctor as soon as possible.
The condition may worsen.
If possible upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.
Adverse drug reaction
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Probably you have developed an allergic drug reaction.
You require treatment with oral and topical steroids.
Please stop the medication you are taking and applying and meet a doctor as soon as possible.
The condition may worsen.
If possible upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.
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