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A member asked:

I was partying last night and tried snus. now my lip is painful and red and the skin of lip look weird. is these changes permanent or dangerous.

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: This is an irritant reaction that will resolve in a day or two. Not recommended to continue as snus increases risk of mouth cancer.

Dr Southard agreed

Answered 5/1/2015

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