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How To Get Rid Of Small Lumps On The Lips?

Hi i recently developed 13 or so small bumps on my lips. They're the colour of my lips and they're not noticeable unless you look really close. Theyre so small that i dont think theyre cold sores, i never gotten cold sores but these are just small bumps not sores. What could this be and how could i fix it?
Tue, 16 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

Thanks for your query . The symptoms you mention in query is indicating sun allergy or photosensitive reaction of skin towards UV rays of sun. It is also known as solar urticaria .

These are not cold sore as cold sores do not cause symptoms you mention in query.

I would suggest you to:-

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

- wash your face twice a day to keep lips clean .

- Avoid sun exposure .

- Apply lip balm containing broad spectrum sunscreen containing SPF 15 throughout the day time even if you are not under sun exposure.

- Take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl .

If condition doesn't resolve or get worse in 3-4 days then consult dermatologist for proper examination and rule out causes like fordyce's granule , acne , contact allergy or infection.

Doctor may prescribe corticosteroid ointment , beta carotinoids or antibiotics depending upon your condition.


Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Get Rid Of Small Lumps On The Lips?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for your query . The symptoms you mention in query is indicating sun allergy or photosensitive reaction of skin towards UV rays of sun. It is also known as solar urticaria . These are not cold sore as cold sores do not cause symptoms you mention in query. I would suggest you to:- - Give cold compresses to 2-3 times a day . - wash your face twice a day to keep lips clean . - Avoid sun exposure . - Apply lip balm containing broad spectrum sunscreen containing SPF 15 throughout the day time even if you are not under sun exposure. - Take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl . If condition doesn t resolve or get worse in 3-4 days then consult dermatologist for proper examination and rule out causes like fordyce s granule , acne , contact allergy or infection. Doctor may prescribe corticosteroid ointment , beta carotinoids or antibiotics depending upon your condition. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari