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What Causes Redness And Swollen Bump On Top Of Lip?

i woke up and the inside of my top lip hurt a little. i figured it was just a sore. later on, i notice a red, swollen bump on the top of my lip. pretty large. but doesnt hurt. it wasnt there when i woke up. just wondering what it is and how i could get rid of it?
Tue, 29 Mar 2016
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Dentist 's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. as per your query you have symptoms of redness and swollen bump on top of lip. The symptoms you mention in your query pointing towards a condition called stomatitis.There are number of factors tah can cause stomatitis like irritation of mucosa as in case of mouth breather occur due to dry mouth,nutritional deficiency like vitamin B12 and folic acid and food allergy.It can also caused by herpes virus particularly type2. Need not to worry. Sometimes these spots go away themselves in 7-10 days. I would suggest you avoid hot and spicy food or acidic drinks (citrus fruits),drink plenty of water to maintain hydration of body ,rinse his/her mouth with warm saline water and maintain proper oral hygiene by brushing twice a day. If condition persists or get worse then consult dentist or pedodontist for proper examination and to rule out other conditions .Doctor may prescribe oral antibiotics ,saliva substitute,lidocain gel in case of burning sensation or oral/topical antiviral in case of viral infection.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Dentist Dr. Honey Arora's  Response
Hi..
Welcome to Healthcare Magic..

I have gone through your query and can very well understand your health concerns..

As per your query a red swollen big lump on the top of the lip seems to be due to causes like hair follicle infection or foliculitis, swollen gland in the area etc..

I would suggest you to apply a combination of antibiotic and steroid ointment ointment over it..
You should do cool compresses 3 to 4 times a day..
Avoid scratching or touching the bump again and again to prevent infection spread..
Clean the area with antiseptic solution..
In case if it does not resolve or worsen consult a General Physician and get evaluated..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards..
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..
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What Causes Redness And Swollen Bump On Top Of Lip?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. as per your query you have symptoms of redness and swollen bump on top of lip. The symptoms you mention in your query pointing towards a condition called stomatitis.There are number of factors tah can cause stomatitis like irritation of mucosa as in case of mouth breather occur due to dry mouth,nutritional deficiency like vitamin B12 and folic acid and food allergy.It can also caused by herpes virus particularly type2. Need not to worry. Sometimes these spots go away themselves in 7-10 days. I would suggest you avoid hot and spicy food or acidic drinks (citrus fruits),drink plenty of water to maintain hydration of body ,rinse his/her mouth with warm saline water and maintain proper oral hygiene by brushing twice a day. If condition persists or get worse then consult dentist or pedodontist for proper examination and to rule out other conditions .Doctor may prescribe oral antibiotics ,saliva substitute,lidocain gel in case of burning sensation or oral/topical antiviral in case of viral infection. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari