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My lip got swollen due to fall. Shall I continue icing?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have had a swollen lip for one week due to a fall. I have been icing it for every 15 minutes. I feel that the swelling is more now. Should I continue icing?
Answered by Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com. No, please do not apply more ice. If possible, I recommend showing it to your doctor.

I want to ensure that there is no foreign body, infection, or deep laceration. You may require further care, such as possible antibiotics, and it would be important to determine if you need a tetanus vaccination if you haven't had one recently.

Could you share a picture? That way, I can take a closer look and provide further guidance.

I hope this helps. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to ask.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

I did receive 3 stitches, but not advised to put antibiotics. It seemed to begin swelling when I lengthen the intervals between icing.

Answered by Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com. Thank you for sharing your pictures.

Based on the new information, you can continue icing the affected area as you were doing before.

Before suggesting an anti-inflammatory agent, I would like to know if you have any kidney or liver problems or if you are taking any other medications. It is important to gather all the necessary information before recommending an anti-inflammatory agent. This is to help reduce the swelling of your lip.

I hope this clarifies the information. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to ask.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

Now, it is more swollen, hard and painful. What to do?

Answered by Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com. I'm sorry to hear about your condition. It usually takes two to three weeks for a complete recovery.

I would suggest taking 1000 mg of Tylenol (Acetaminophen), which is two extra strength tablets, twice daily if you do not have any known liver disease. Additionally, you can take 600 mg of Ibuprofen, twice daily if you do not have any established kidney disease. However, it is important to consult your doctor, discuss with him or her, and take the medication with their consent.

I hope this helps. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to ask.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 4, 2016
Reviewed At October 4, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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