Question 1

what can i do to get lip swelling to go down?

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Ice it: The easy answer to swelling is always ice. However, you should find out the cause of the swelling. Trauma? Allergic reaction?

Question 2

how long does it take for lip swelling to go down?

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Depends: It depends on why it is swollen. You have to know the cause before we can talk recovery.

Question 3

how long should it take for lip swelling to go down from allergic reaction?

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About 2 wks: Lip swelling from allergy can be a serious condition and one of the early manifestations of anaphylactic shock.. A life threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention. Less severe reactions of the contact type can be painful and of great concern and also may be treated. Antihistamines help as does heat to the area to increase blood circulation. Latex allergy may be a concern.

Question 4

how can i  make lip swelling go down?

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Why is it swollen?: The question is why or what is causing you swollen lip.  If you hit it or got thumped in the mouth.  Is there a growth in or on your lip?  You can ice a lip and see if the swelling goes down.  If that doesn't work...Go see a doctor and get it looked at or biopsied.

Question 5

what can i do to make lip swelling go down fast?

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Acute or chronic?: If you were injured, you should use a cold compress of ice wrapped in a towel.  If you have chronic swelling that started more than 24 hours ago and is not going away you need to find out what the cause is so it can be treated.  It could be an allergic reaction, which could use benadyl, but you should probably see a physician about it.

Question 6

how to get my lip swelling down after shellfish?

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Antihistamine: Usually an antihistamine such as Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will do the trick. You should stay away from all shell fish from now on since subsequent allergic reactions may be more severe.

Question 7

how can i  reduce prolonged lip swelling?

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It depends: On the cause.  If you had surgery, it may only take a few days, but if it is due to a disease or medication reaction it can take longer.  It is best to ask the doctor who is familiar with your situation.

Question 8

how do you reduce lip swelling after sticthes?

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Elevate and ice: Keep the head elevated and apply light ice packs. Some people  like to use frozen peas or corn in a zippered plastic bag.

Question 9

why is my lip swelling up every couple of days?

Accepted Answer

Lip Swelling: Could be angioedema. Could be cold sores? Could be irritation from whatever you are putting on your lips? You need to have this evaluated to determine the actual diagnosis to get the most appropriate treatment.. Definitely keep a diary of what happened for the 6-12 hours before the swelling started, what helped to decrease the swelling, and try to pinpoint a possible cause.

Question 10

why's my lip swelling up even though nothing at all has happened to it?

Accepted Answer

Swollen Lips: You could have bitten them or at something that caused them to swell. It's never bad to go to your doctor to get it checked out if the condition persists.

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