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What could be a small red bump right near my 2 week old lip piercing?

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Infection or Allergi: Usually red coloration accompanied with pain is a symptom of infection; it can also be some sort of allergic reaction to the metal on the piercing.

Dr Quarles and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/31/2021

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