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What could a red spot on my lip without a blister indicate?

A red spot on your lip without a blister can sometimes be a sign of sun damage known as actinic cheilitis, which is a condition that needs monitoring. It might also be a harmless blood vessel or inflammation, but any changes in this spot should be checked by a doctor.

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What could a red, painless bump on my lip indicate?

Painless swelling on the lips could be related to a mucocele (a clogged salivary gland) or an STD like syphilis.

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What could a small, painless bump on my lip indicate?

A small, painless bump on your lip can sometimes be a harmless growth, like a vascular lesion, fibrous histiocytoma, or even a schwannoma. However, proper evaluation by a healthcare provider is needed for a clear diagnosis.

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What could a small, red, painless bump on my lip be?

A small, red, painless bump on your lip might be a benign build-up of mucus called a mucocele (due to a clogged salivary gland). However, determining the cause depends on various factors, so having it looked at by a healthcare professional is a wise idea.

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What could a swollen bump on my lip be if it's not a cold sore?

A swollen bump on your lip that isn’t a cold sore might be an abscess (an infected, pus-filled bump) or a salivary duct cyst (a tiny bubble from blocked saliva). It could also be an allergic reaction.

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What could cause a big bump on my lip to appear out of nowhere?

A bump on your lip that develops rapidly could be due to a cyst that has become infected but could also be an allergic response called angioedema.

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What could cause a bump on my lip to appear out of nowhere?

A bump on your lip that appears suddenly could be acne, a mucocele, a hemangioma, actinic cheilitis, or another type of lip lesion.

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What could cause a lump under the skin above my lip?

A lump above your lip may be caused by different conditions including benign (non-cancerous) growths like cysts, cancers, or infections.

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What could cause a swollen bump to appear on my lip suddenly?

A sudden swollen bump on your lip might be caused by a minor injury, an allergic reaction, or an infection. It’s important to watch it closely and seek advice if it doesn’t improve.

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What could cause tiny bumps on my lips if they're not cold sores?

Tiny bumps on your lips that are not cold sores can be due to small benign growths like lipomas or reactive tissue changes, and they are usually not harmful.

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What could cause tiny bumps on my lips to feel like sandpaper?

Tiny, rough bumps on the lips can be a sign of cheilitis or similar skin changes, which may be caused by irritation, sun exposure, or habits like excessive lip licking or picking.

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What could cause tiny bumps on the corners of my lips?

Tiny bumps near the corners of the lips could be caused by cold sores, Fordyce spots, or angular cheilitis. Each of these conditions has its own features and may need different care.

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What does a red bump on your lip mean?

A red bump on your lip can be from several causes like irritation, injury, or a viral infection. It’s important to watch it for changes and talk to a doctor if it doesn’t go away or gets worse.

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What might a hard bump on my lip indicate?

A hard bump on your lip might be a benign (non-cancerous) growth called a fibroma from repeated irritation, or it could be a different type of lesion that sometimes needs checking by a doctor.

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What might a painless bump on my upper lip indicate?

A painless bump on your upper lip could be a benign growth like a solitary fibrous tumor or fibroma, but it is important to watch for any changes.

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What might a pea-sized lump in my lip indicate?

A pea-sized lump in your lip may be a benign (non-cancerous) growth, such as a mucocele. It is important to have any lump evaluated by a doctor if it changes or causes concerns.

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What might a small red bump on my lip indicate?

A small red bump on your lip is usually not serious. It could be acne, Fordyce spots, cheilitis, or another vascular or inflammatory condition.

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What should I do to treat swollen sunburned lips?

For swollen, sunburned lips, treating them well at home can help reduce pain and swelling. If your symptoms worsen or do not improve, you should see a doctor.

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Why am I having red dots on lips?

Red dots on your lips can be caused by many things like skin conditions, allergic reactions, or irritation.

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Why am I having sore lips but not chapped?

Sore lips without feeling chapped can happen for many reasons, such as reactions to sunlight, irritants, or other conditions. It's a sign that something may be affecting your lips, and a healthcare provider can help figure out the cause.

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