Bumps on lips: The bumps can come in small patches either on the upper or lower lips. Sometimes, though, both lips are affected. Those having bumps on their lips are more concerned if they are cold sores. But there are a lot of other possible causes other than a type of STD (sexually transmitted disease) infection. Causes of bumps on lips Lip bumps have mild to serious causes. Here are some of the most common causes: Cold sores - Cancer Fordyce's spots - Acne - Bacterial infection - Contact allergy - Sunburn - Treatment for bumps on lips Treatment for bumps on the lips depends on the specific cause. Use natural lip products as much as possible. Artificial additives that add flavor and extra shimmer to the product may irritate your lips. Use lip balms with the recommended SPF if you are constantly doing outdoor activities like swimming and outside sports. Dryness of the lips can be prevented with frequent hydration either by drinking water regularly or by patting water on your lips to make them wet. Steroids and antihistamines are used for small bumps on the lips caused by certain hypersensitivities (allergies) while antibiotics are prescribed for oral bacterial infection. Vaporizing laser therapy is used to treat Fordyce's spots among patients who consider them aesthetically bothersome. But most doctors won't recommend the procedure because the condition is pretty minor and may even be considered normal. Topical painkillers and acyclovir are prescribed for cold sores. The latter is used to speed up healing of the sores.
Answered 6/27/2016
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Could be...: caused by many different things: "Angular chelitis" can be due to yeast, bacteria, viruses, vitamin deficiency, dry lips, autoimmune disease, or just irregularities with the anatomy of the corners of your mouth. I would start with a good emollient like Lubriderm or Cetaphil cream, take a vitamin B complex supplement, and if there is no improvement in a few days, see doc to rule out infection.
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