Why do I have tiny bumps on the upper lip and corners of my mouth?

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I read your query and can understand your concern. Your explanation and picture of the lesion (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity) are suggestive that this condition can be cheilosis (swelling and fissuring of the lips) or angular cheilitis. It can occur due to these causes- Infection- fungal (candida) or bacterial infection may develop due to dribbling of saliva to corners of lips, nutritional deficiency- iron or vitamin B2 deficiency, dry, chapped lips, and using dentures. These are some common causes in an otherwise healthy person. Other causes can be systemic illnesses like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. It can be diagnosed by swab culture from the corner of the mouth, which may reveal the infectious agent. For treatment, I would suggest you take vitamin B complex supplements, topical antibacterial or antifungal ointment, lip balm and prevent dribble of saliva. Thank you.