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I thought i had a fever blister forming on my lip. i applied campo phenique to the area. my lip doubled in size. what should i do?

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Allergy: Possibly you developed allergic reaction to campo. Wash, and use antihistamines. Otc Hydrocortisone also might help.

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. Marianna Post answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Stop Campho-phenique: Stop campho-phenique you are probably allergic to it, apply ice to swollen lip for no more than 15 min at a time, take benadryl, (diphenhydramine) if lip continues to swell or any shortness of breath starts go to er immediately.

Answered 5/7/2016

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