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I kept biting my lip last night & it's swollen & white , i tried ice , honey , & vaseline. nothings worked what can i do?

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Dr. Jeffrey Levine answered

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Apply Ice: in a paper towel to reduce swelling and vaseline or blistex to keep it moist.

Dr Zimon and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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