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What Causes Swelling In The Lips?

Hi, I have been facing Swelling of my lower / upper lips upto 4 times in the past 2-3 months. While I consulted a doctor locally here I was adviced to take "Atarax" for allergy. Before taking this tablet I had regular itching in various parts of the body, which later subsided. Though there are no visible rashes, the swelling of my lips has happened 4 times now. The swelling is visible in the early morning as I get up from bed, however subsides completely in the 2-3hrs. Please advice me if I need to take any specific test to rule out a bigger problem or consult any skin specialist.
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Hello,

As per your query, you have a swelling on the lips which are pointing towards condition known as the allergic reaction, and it could be due to excessive lip biting as well.

I would suggest you to:
-Take over the counter antihistamine drug like Benadryl or Zyrtec.
-Drink plenty of fluid, drink at least 8 glasses of water in a day.
-Give cold compresses to affected area 2-3 times a day.
-Do not touch the affected area with your hands as it can aggravate condition.

If the condition does not get better in a day, then consult a dermatologist for proper examination and to rule out other cause like trauma and angioedema or a pimple. The doctor may prescribe antibiotics and steroid ointment.

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

Regards,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Swelling In The Lips?

Hello, As per your query, you have a swelling on the lips which are pointing towards condition known as the allergic reaction, and it could be due to excessive lip biting as well. I would suggest you to: -Take over the counter antihistamine drug like Benadryl or Zyrtec. -Drink plenty of fluid, drink at least 8 glasses of water in a day. -Give cold compresses to affected area 2-3 times a day. -Do not touch the affected area with your hands as it can aggravate condition. If the condition does not get better in a day, then consult a dermatologist for proper examination and to rule out other cause like trauma and angioedema or a pimple. The doctor may prescribe antibiotics and steroid ointment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harry Maheshwari