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A member asked:

Is biting your bottom lip consistently by mistake sign of a medical condition?

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Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Biting lip: This is probably a nervous habit. Not a medical condition per se but may indicate some anxiety or stress?

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/26/2019

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