Question 1

what causes fordyce spots on upper lip? how long does it take for them to go down?

Accepted Answer

: Fordyces spots or granules are a normal variation in the mucusa of the mouthand are not usually large enough to be noticeable particularly on the inner surface of the upper lip.  I strongly recomment that you visit your dentist and see what he/she has to say about the area of concern.

Question 2

i definitely have fordyce spots on upper lip but recently discovered a painless, raised red bump by itself. i have been sexually active..any thoughts?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: Fordyce spots are harmless & usually visible only when you stretch the skin tight. A red bump may be acne. Is there a blister, ulcer, or scab? If it persists more than a few days you need to present to a specialist who is able to identify it.

Question 3

what is the difference of appearance between fordyce spots on the upper lip and herpes on upper lip.

Accepted Answer

Pain: The biggest difference would be pain. Herpes in the oral cavity hurts, usually quite severely. Fordyce granules are always there and do not cause a problem. Herpes lesion develop from previous normal lining of the mouth. Frost e granules are always there.

Question 4

anyway to easily cure fordyce spots or stop them from spreading? i only got them for two days and it's spreading fast on upper lip

Accepted Answer

Fordyce spots: Vaporising laser treatments such as co2 laser or electro desiccation are used with some success in treatinf this condition for cosmetic concerns, despite the fact that most doctors consider this a normal conditionl and advise against treatment. Success varies per patient, but some have found relief from pulsed dye lasers.  Recommend just leaving them alone.

Question 5

difference between fordyce spots and lip cancer for upper lip?

Accepted Answer

Big difference: Fordyce spots (or granules) are natural findings in the oral cavity. Lip cancer looks vastly different. Your oral surgeon should have a look.

Question 6

i am afraid i might have herpes but i can't be do sure. i read that these tiny, white spots on my upper lip are fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

That is likely so.: Herpes lesions   appear as  a cluster of lesions that look like blisters. They can spread, &amp; coalesce followed by crusting over.

Question 7

this morning, i noticed a few tiny white spots on my upper lip. they don't itch or hurt. i don't smoke or chew tobacco. could it be fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Give details: Are the spots on the vermilion border, the red part of the lip? Do they become visible mostly when you stretch the skin and look very close? Then they are Fordyce spots.

Question 8

fordyce spots, vaginal discharge, tiny whitish spots in corners of mouth that travel up sides of upper lip.

Accepted Answer

Not related.: Fordyce spots and vaginal discharge are not related. Fordyce spots are glands that are visible on the lips.  Not related to infection. There are several causes for vaginal discharge which are often infection related.

Question 9

i found white spots on my upper lip and went to doc who said fordyce spots by just looking at them. any chance could be lip cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not at all: The appearance and distribution is characteristic.  You are young (18 Y.O.), probably do not have any aggravating factors like tobacco use, so i would not worry and trust the clinician.

Question 10

topicals for fordyce spots on lip?

Accepted Answer

: I don't recommend treatment for normal findings. If yours are noticeable to others (not just you), consult with a dermatologist before you do anything.

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Fordyce spots on upper lip

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What causes fordyce spots on upper lip? how long does it take for them to go down?

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I definitely have fordyce spots on upper lip but recently discovered a painless, raised red bump by itself. i have been sexually active..any thoughts?

A member asked:

What is the difference of appearance between fordyce spots on the upper lip and herpes on upper lip.

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Anyway to easily cure fordyce spots or stop them from spreading? i only got them for two days and it's spreading fast on upper lip

A member asked:

Difference between fordyce spots and lip cancer for upper lip?

A member asked:

I am afraid i might have herpes but i can't be do sure. i read that these tiny, white spots on my upper lip are fordyce spots?

A member asked:

This morning, i noticed a few tiny white spots on my upper lip. they don't itch or hurt. i don't smoke or chew tobacco. could it be fordyce spots?

A member asked:

Fordyce spots, vaginal discharge, tiny whitish spots in corners of mouth that travel up sides of upper lip.

A member asked:

I found white spots on my upper lip and went to doc who said fordyce spots by just looking at them. any chance could be lip cancer?

A member asked:

Topicals for fordyce spots on lip?

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