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Hello... my 4 years old son has a white patch on outer lower lip. its a little bit harder than the rest of the lip and its not painful. i'm concerned.

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Dr. Yasmin Pirani answered

Derm: It is difficult to diagnose without a picture. Could you take a picture and add it to the question. For an even more comprehensive evaluation, it would be great if you made an appointment.

Dr Cress agreed

Answered 11/10/2016

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A member asked:

Hello... my 4 years old son has a white patch on outer lower lip. its a little bit harder than the rest of the lip and its not painful. i'm concerned.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yasmin Pirani answered

Dr Cress agreed

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