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What causes cysts inside the lower lip?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cyst: This is most commonly from a mucous cyst or mucocele. This is a swelling of the mucous membranes. These can come about from mechanical stimulation , irritant like chewing tobacco or viral process. Typically will resolve on there own.

Answered 6/18/2020

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Lip cyst: When salivary glands in the lip get blocked,mucus cysts form. An oral surgeon or Otolaryngologist can evaluate this cyst and advise you about treatment options.

Answered 6/19/2020

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