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What is the cause for a pimple on the lip?

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Multiple causes : A bump on the lip could be acne, a herpetic lesion, a mucocele (clogged saliva gland) or other possibility. See a dermatologist or your dentist for an evaluation.

Answered 5/24/2013

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