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What Causes Swollen Red Spots On Lower Lip?

I took a nap this afternoon for about an hour and when I awoke my wife and daughters noticed a small red spot that begins on the lower part of my lower lip and extends on to my skin just below the lip. It is now swollen, it doesn't itch or burn. I put some neosporen on it and began looking at the internet to see what it might be and spotted this site to ask you. Thanks and I look forward to your response and direction. WG
Fri, 17 Jul 2015
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Dentist,  's  Response
Hi..
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

I have gone through your query and can understand your health concerns..

As per your complain it seems that you had an allergic reaction to something that has caused you sudden onset of the red spots.
It could be a insect or bug bite,any food product that you took before sleep,any new lip cosmetic product etc leading to the following symptoms..

You need not to worry as it will subside soon..

You should take Allegra 6O mg twice a day for relief from allergic symptoms..
In case if the itching or pain occurs you can apply a steroid based ointment over it..
Do cold packs over the spots..
Slowly the symptoms will subside..

In case if there is any systemic symptoms like dizziness, vomiting, rashes in other parts of body, hives etc you should immediately consult an emergency room..

Hope this information helps..

If you find the answer helpful please give me a Five Star Review and click on found the answer helpful as a token of appreciation..

Thanks and regards..
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..
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Dentist,  Dr. Harry Maheshwari's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

There can be many reasons for red bump on lip like Sunburn , Pimple , lip infections , Trauma and injuries and Allergic reactions . But in your case it seems to me that red spot on lower lip could be allergic reaction or trauma during sleep .

I would suggest you to :-

- Give cold compresses to lip several times a day to get rid of redness and swelling .
- Apply lip balm with SPF 15 .

- Take bendryl for allergic reaction .

- Apply raw honey before going to bed .

If condition doesn't subside in 24 hours then consult dermatologist for proper examination .

Doctor may prescribe steroid cream , antibiotics or Vitamin B12 supplement.

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Dr. Harry
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What Causes Swollen Red Spots On Lower Lip?

Hi.. Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I have gone through your query and can understand your health concerns.. As per your complain it seems that you had an allergic reaction to something that has caused you sudden onset of the red spots. It could be a insect or bug bite,any food product that you took before sleep,any new lip cosmetic product etc leading to the following symptoms.. You need not to worry as it will subside soon.. You should take Allegra 6O mg twice a day for relief from allergic symptoms.. In case if the itching or pain occurs you can apply a steroid based ointment over it.. Do cold packs over the spots.. Slowly the symptoms will subside.. In case if there is any systemic symptoms like dizziness, vomiting, rashes in other parts of body, hives etc you should immediately consult an emergency room.. Hope this information helps.. If you find the answer helpful please give me a Five Star Review and click on found the answer helpful as a token of appreciation.. Thanks and regards.. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..