Question 1

white bump on lip that wont go away?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Bumps under the skin could be as a result of different reasons of which could include an ingrown hair, acne, infection, abscess, or an allergic reaction to various things like detergents or soaps or to medications.  Have it evaluated by your physician to get the appropriate treatment.

Question 2

little bump on my bottom lip that won't go away, what is it? please help!

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Many causes: Could be blocked salivary duct, viral problem similar to a wart, cancer, scar tissue, or many other problems.  Probably benign, but see your dentist for definitive diagnoses.  Dentist may want to refer you to oral surgeon for rx if indicated.

Question 3

i put on whitfield ointment on my lips and developed tiny bumps that won't go away.  i've had it for over a year  now and it's still there.  ?

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Cysts or comedones: I doubt if it had anything to do with the whitfield's ointment. You either have comedones (plugged oil glands) or milia (tiny epidermal cysts), either of which a dermatologist can easily treat for you.

Question 4

small bumps on my upper lip that have no type of pain or tingly sensation and wont go away they've been there for over 3 weeks, what could this be?

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Could have: You could have small cysts, whiteheads, blackheads, or other skin tumor. See your dermatologist for the exact answer.

Question 5

i have small-ish bumps right on the lining of my lower and upper lip and i've had these for around ten years. they won't go away, and over time, more appear. what are they?

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They are probably: Mucoceles small cysts filled with mucous. Speak with your Dentist for referral if they bother you!

Hope this helps!

Dr Z

Question 6

i have little bumps on and around my lip like that wont go away. they do not hurt and they are skin colored. i tried popping them and pus comes back.

Accepted Answer

See dermatology: It’s uncertain whether this is bacteria or virus. It may be another condition like acne and dermatologist can clarify

Question 7

small red bump on lower lip, won't go away after several months. the bump is painless, red, and very small. (1-2 mm) no change has been noted over the months. ?

Accepted Answer

Lip bump: This may be an inclusion cyst or a hemangioma which is a benign growth of tiny blood vessels. Of course it would have to be examined by a physician for an accurate diagnosis and advice.

Question 8

i have 3 white hard painless bumps that are the size of an acne or pimple on my upper lip line and they just won't go away they are there from so long?

Accepted Answer

It could be cyst: Please consult a dermatologist, it sounds like a sebaceous cyst.  It could be easily excised.  it will not go away by itself.

Question 9

i have white bump on my inner lips. what is it and will it go away by itself?

Accepted Answer

Mucous cyst: This can represent cyst from gland in lip. It may be result of trauma from tooth. It will not go away but it can temporarily shrink with the use of a wet tea bag on the inner lip.This ma require mior surgical procedure.

Question 10

i have these little white bumps on the sides of my lips where they open. not sure if this is a serious problem or if they'll go away on their own help?

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Fordyce Spots: These may be Fordyce spots which are small sebaceous prominence at the lips.

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White bump on lip that wont go away?

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Little bump on my bottom lip that won't go away, what is it? please help!

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I put on whitfield ointment on my lips and developed tiny bumps that won't go away. i've had it for over a year now and it's still there. ?

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Small bumps on my upper lip that have no type of pain or tingly sensation and wont go away they've been there for over 3 weeks, what could this be?

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I have small-ish bumps right on the lining of my lower and upper lip and i've had these for around ten years. they won't go away, and over time, more appear. what are they?

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I have little bumps on and around my lip like that wont go away. they do not hurt and they are skin colored. i tried popping them and pus comes back.

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Small red bump on lower lip, won't go away after several months. the bump is painless, red, and very small. (1-2 mm) no change has been noted over the months. ?

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I have 3 white hard painless bumps that are the size of an acne or pimple on my upper lip line and they just won't go away they are there from so long?

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I have white bump on my inner lips. what is it and will it go away by itself?

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I have these little white bumps on the sides of my lips where they open. not sure if this is a serious problem or if they'll go away on their own help?

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