HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Numbness On The Lip After Applying Tea Tree Oil

Hi I m Christy, I used some tea tree oil on my lips cause I got a cold sore. After using it I noticed that my lips were somewhat numb. I looked on the bright side, at least the cold sore isn t hurting anymore......but this is the first time my lips have gone numb using my tea tree oil...... it s also the first time I ve used it on my lips. I have used it on my face for weeks without any problems. I haven t switched brands. Why would my lips go numb?
Mon, 14 Jan 2019
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hello,

I understand your concern.

The numbness can be related to the use of tea tree oil.

I recommend using a steroid cream in the area to relieve the symptoms.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful

1 Doctor agrees with this answer

Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Numbness On The Lip After Applying Tea Tree Oil

Hello, I understand your concern. The numbness can be related to the use of tea tree oil. I recommend using a steroid cream in the area to relieve the symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician