Rockville, MD
A 21-year-old female asked:
Ive had dry lips for about a week. applying blistex or vaseline every hour or so. not much helps and corner of my lip feels sore and is red. could it be herpes?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Kwokanswered
Pediatrics 35 years experience
Might be lip eczema: Persistent chapped lips might be lip eczema, which can be treated like skin eczema, using hydrocortisone plus Vaseline or Aquaphor to retain moisture. Sometimes, lipsticks or lip sunscreen chemicals are causing an allergic reaction on the lips. Other times, a person is a primary lip-licker (it's her habit). Once cracked, lips get irritated by some foods and juices. A doctor can sort things out.
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2 month ago I got herpes cold sore on my lip 1 month ago it seemed to heal but redness remains & it has slowly better Am I still contagious?Can I kiss
Dr. Dean Giannoneanswered
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Not contagious: The redness could be something called postinflammatory hyperpigmentation which is normal after such a lesion. Not contagious at this point.
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Dr. Melanie Mintzeranswered
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A 27-year-old male asked:
Why would my lips be sore and red on the outside? Could it be eczema or dermatitis or herpes/cold sores, I do not have blisters.
Dr. Oscar Novickanswered
Pediatrics 60 years experience
Sore lips: It is possible you might have a vitamin deficiency.Check with an internist or dermatologist.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
I have a red sore/dot, so far just one that i've seen but I have one on my lips too. It doesn't look like herpes what is it?
Dr. Charles Lockhartanswered
Dentistry 11 years experience
Need a visual: So many possibilities that someone would need to see it for diagnosis and treatment.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
My lips are swollen, sore and bright red with a red border round them. Also tiny white pimples. I don't think it's herpes. It isn't itchy.
Dr. Deborah Ungerleideranswered
Pediatrics 38 years experience
There are several: possible causes for this. I would recommend that you see your doctor or if you are on HealthTap Prime, you could consult with one of us on that platfo... Read More
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