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Q: What can cause bumps, dryness, and swelling around the lips?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on April 3rd, 2006

For about 10 days, I have been getting tiny bumps and dryness all around the edge of my lips, and since yesterday, my lips are starting to swell. I am thinking it may be allergies - this happened after I ate some Indian food cooked at home - but I have never in my life experienced food allergies before, and I have eaten and made Indian food many times with no problems. I have had allergies like Hay Fever, but never food. Can allergies like this, just pop-up like this? I happen to be pregnant at the moment, so I am thinking this may also contribute to the reason. How long should I wait to see a doctor about this? It doesn't bother me terribly, so I just put tons of lip cream on my lips to keep them smooth, but if there are any other remedies that I could try for the time being, I would appreciate it.

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on May 23rd, 2006

Allergies, Asthma Answer A931

The bumps, dryness, and swelling around your lips could be an allergic reaction...but also it could be caused by an infection (probably viral). I recommend you visit your GP to indetify the cause of your symptoms proof-positive.

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