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I popped a fordyce spot on my lip and it has become infected. what home remedies can help get rid of the infection.
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Infected?: Depends what you mean by infected. If major pain and lip swelling, see an oral surgeon ASAP. If merely inflamed, should heal rapidly with OTC meds, Orajel, saline rinse. If getting worse, see oral surgeon ASAP.
Answered 7/18/2015
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Fordyce spots: if your Fordyce spots become infected, irritated and itchy, consult your dermatologist for further evaluation.
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