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Why is there an inflamed area on my top lip?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have a red and slightly inflamed area on my top lip. It has been there for three to four days and it does not seem to go away. I do not think it is a cold sore as I have never got one and has not gotten any bigger. Please, can I have some advice on what to put? I have attached a few pictures.

Please help.
Answered by Dr. Kakkar

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Dr. Sushil Kakkar is an experienced Dermatologist specializing in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy. He has expertise in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, as well as sexually transmitted infections and leprosy-related skin disorders. Dr. Kakkar is skilled in clinical diagnosis, advanced dermatological procedures, and personalized treatment plans. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care for long-term skin health and overall well-being.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through the photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

I request you to kindly upload a few more good quality slightly close-up images so that I am able to have a better look. A cold sore usually presents with a grape-like cluster of fluid-filled vesicles. Do you have any associated symptoms like itching, tingling, or pain?

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for your reply.

I just feel a bit dry and feel like I need to apply lip ice all the time. A few more pics attached as you can see it is just a bit red.

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Kakkar

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sushil Kakkar is an experienced Dermatologist specializing in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy. He has expertise in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, as well as sexually transmitted infections and leprosy-related skin disorders. Dr. Kakkar is skilled in clinical diagnosis, advanced dermatological procedures, and personalized treatment plans. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care for long-term skin health and overall well-being.

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Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Perhaps it is just ingrown hair due to close shaving. I suggest you apply a triple antibiotic ointment like Neosporin (Bacitracin Topical, Neomycin, Polymyxin B) ointment twice daily.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Kakkar
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 1, 2018
Reviewed At November 4, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sushil Kakkar is an experienced Dermatologist specializing in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy. He has expertise in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, as well as sexually transmitted infections and leprosy-related skin disorders. Dr. Kakkar is skilled in clinical diagnosis, advanced dermatological procedures, and personalized treatment plans. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care for long-term skin health and overall well-being.

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Dr. Kakkar
Dr. Kakkar

Dermatology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sushil Kakkar is an experienced Dermatologist specializing in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy. He has expertise in treating a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, as well as sexually transmitted infections and leprosy-related skin disorders. Dr. Kakkar is skilled in clinical diagnosis, advanced dermatological procedures, and personalized treatment plans. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care for long-term skin health and overall well-being.

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