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Over the last 24-36 hours my lips have become uncomfortably swollen, tingly, and I have a scratchy sore throat Is there anything beyond Benadryl that I can do to reduce the swelling? (I took two Benadryl this morning and another two recently (6 hours apart).
Your symptoms are appearing to be due to allergic reaction only leading to Allergic Angioedema of lips.. Sore throat or throat irritation can also be secondary to allergic reaction.. Allergic reaction can be due to a number of common irritants like any foods or medicines, while at times environmental irritants like pollen, animal Sanders, dust and mites can be a cause.. Topical agents like skin cosmetic can also be a cause.. If you have taken Benadryl but there is no.improvement then you can consult an Emergency room and get a steroid shot for reducing symptoms faster.. Do cool compresses over the lips.. Drink plenty of water..
Hope this helps..
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What Causes Severe Swelling In The Lips?
Hi.. Thanks for the query.. Your symptoms are appearing to be due to allergic reaction only leading to Allergic Angioedema of lips.. Sore throat or throat irritation can also be secondary to allergic reaction.. Allergic reaction can be due to a number of common irritants like any foods or medicines, while at times environmental irritants like pollen, animal Sanders, dust and mites can be a cause.. Topical agents like skin cosmetic can also be a cause.. If you have taken Benadryl but there is no.improvement then you can consult an Emergency room and get a steroid shot for reducing symptoms faster.. Do cool compresses over the lips.. Drink plenty of water.. Hope this helps.. Regards..