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What Could Be The Reason For Having Purple Color Patches At The Base Of Lower Lip?

My friend noticed that there were two patches of purplish color areas at the base of my lower lip this morning. They weren't there when I awoke. We went on a 6 mile walk, and she noticed the discoloration after we returned and about an hour later. It doesn't hurt, itch,feel bumpy or anything. I hadn't eaten anything this morning. I drank water before our walk. Had 2 bites of a satsuma and a spoon of peanut butter. That's it. What is causing this?
Mon, 25 Nov 2013
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Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about these patches. There most likely represent an allergy. For sure they would disappear without any further medical attention. If they recur in future, you should try and see what the possible cause is so that to keep away from in future.

I hope you find this helpful and it addresses your query fully. Thank you so much for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. I wish you the best of health.
Dr. Ditah, MD
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What Could Be The Reason For Having Purple Color Patches At The Base Of Lower Lip?

Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about these patches. There most likely represent an allergy. For sure they would disappear without any further medical attention. If they recur in future, you should try and see what the possible cause is so that to keep away from in future. I hope you find this helpful and it addresses your query fully. Thank you so much for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. I wish you the best of health. Dr. Ditah, MD