Question 1

what are quick fix to a cold sore or some type of lip sore.?

Accepted Answer

Ice for a cold sore.: Try addressing the underlying issues.  Melissa officinalis or lemon balm (cream) expedites healing of cold sores. It can reduce healing time by half. Studies also show that regular use can help v recurrences.  Brief supplementation with lysine 1, 000mg orally three times a day at the onset, can also hasten healing. Your physician can prescribe oral valtrex (valacyclovir).

Question 2

dry red skin round nasal area and lips, sore at times and dry skin lotion not helping?

Accepted Answer

Atopic dermatitis : This could be atopic dermatitis. Over the counter lowest strength Hydrocortisone cream for a week might help , not longer than that. Can cause skin thinning as a side effect.

Question 3

a raw pink area on vaginal lips sore to touch  just appeared in last twenty four hours .no sexual activity in over a week pre menstrual 47year  b fema?

Accepted Answer

Redness: Could be fungal infection could be bacterial infection. Could be some allergic reaction see your doctor.

Question 4

found a large lump in my upper vagina lip, sore when even not touching, can't see lump but can feel it, a little swelling, the area above it, is also sore, my pubic area, and also the lymph node at that side is also tender to touch?

Accepted Answer

: You should be examined by your gynecologist for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Possibilities include an infected Bartholin's cyst or a herpes infection. Both of these require treatment. In the meantime apply hot ( not boiling) water compresses.

Question 5

sweating,tired,break out of sores on lips, sore throat, feel funny for 7 days now?

Accepted Answer

Viral: You are describing a Upper Respiratory Tract infection possibly with a superimposed her Fever or heretic  blister possibly as a consequence of stress and suggest supportive hydration, rest but if thermometer indicates fever and symptoms are not improving a week suggest ID evaluation

Question 6

had fever, headaches, chills, runny nose, cold sore, and lip sore all together. worried about the mouth sores as i never get them. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Viral infection: Hi Shreya,

Sorry you are going through this.  It sounds miserable!
It could be any number of viral infections even Mononucleosis in which case antibiotics are NOT recommended.  Most viral infections are self limiting but may take several days to turn the corner.  Cold sores (fever blisters ) take up to 10 days to clear.  Make sure you get plenty of fluids.

Question 7

small red bump on vagina lip. sore, swollen, no itching. what is it? how to treat? can i put betamethasone dip cream on it?

Accepted Answer

Razor irritation: You probably got razor irritation.  Hopefully it's not infected.  Do not put betamethasone.  That's a steroid and may make it worse if infected.  Just keep it clean and dry.  If it gets worse, you may need an antibiotic.

Question 8

my daughter has fever, chapped lips, sore throat, swollen gums and her breath stings. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Take her to a primary care provider for an evaluation. The answer to your question depends on examination and may involve some lab tests.

Question 9

hi dr i had a non sexual encounter with a sex worker, i just kissd & sucked her breasts during da encounter i had chew cut in my mouth dry lips & sore throat. did i catch hiv ? in my cbc report (lymphocytes) was normal after 93 days of exposure?

Accepted Answer

: It is unlikely that you got HIV from this encounter. For your peace of mind, get a 4th gen combo test for HIV at 45 days after this encounter, a negative result would rule out HIV infection.

Question 10

piercing on lip a sore under the disk part of the labret?

Accepted Answer

Remove it: If it continues to bother you, remove it.  You may have an allergy/reaction to the jewelry.

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What are quick fix to a cold sore or some type of lip sore.?

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Dry red skin round nasal area and lips, sore at times and dry skin lotion not helping?

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A raw pink area on vaginal lips sore to touch just appeared in last twenty four hours .no sexual activity in over a week pre menstrual 47year b fema?

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Found a large lump in my upper vagina lip, sore when even not touching, can't see lump but can feel it, a little swelling, the area above it, is also sore, my pubic area, and also the lymph node at that side is also tender to touch?

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Sweating,tired,break out of sores on lips, sore throat, feel funny for 7 days now?

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Had fever, headaches, chills, runny nose, cold sore, and lip sore all together. worried about the mouth sores as i never get them. what could this be?

A member asked:

Small red bump on vagina lip. sore, swollen, no itching. what is it? how to treat? can i put betamethasone dip cream on it?

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My daughter has fever, chapped lips, sore throat, swollen gums and her breath stings. what could it be?

A member asked:

Hi dr i had a non sexual encounter with a sex worker, i just kissd & sucked her breasts during da encounter i had chew cut in my mouth dry lips & sore throat. did i catch hiv ? in my cbc report (lymphocytes) was normal after 93 days of exposure?

A member asked:

Piercing on lip a sore under the disk part of the labret?

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