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What Causes Swollen Itchy Upper Lip?

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Posted on Mon, 9 Jun 2014
Question: 3 year old grandson awoke with a swollen and itchy upper lip, has not eaten anything new. No other symptoms
Took Benadryl as ordered by nurse, what could this be?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the query. most likely this was insect bite or some respiratory allergene. Also it could be food aditive. very rarely it can cause some serious problems but it would be smart to have allergy testing to verify specific alrgenes which could cause allergies in future.
If he experiences breathing difficulties, heart palpitations he should visit hospital. Wish you good health. Feel free to ask.
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What Causes Swollen Itchy Upper Lip?

Brief Answer: Hi and welcome to HCM Detailed Answer: Thanks for the query. most likely this was insect bite or some respiratory allergene. Also it could be food aditive. very rarely it can cause some serious problems but it would be smart to have allergy testing to verify specific alrgenes which could cause allergies in future. If he experiences breathing difficulties, heart palpitations he should visit hospital. Wish you good health. Feel free to ask.