herpes? acne?

[jdl80]

I have been getting big pimples around my lips within the past month. So far, I have had two major ones. I also have noticed little white bumps on the sides of my lips.. You can not see them unless I lift my lip up. Could this just be bad luck?

[jdl80]

so is there any chance this is herpes?

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

This could be perioral dermatitis.

Perioral dermatitis, a condition related to acne vulgaris, consists of red papules that may appear microvesicular that typically affect the nasolabial folds, perioral area or perioccular area. It usually affects women between the ages of 20 and 45.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perioral_dermatitis

It is commonly caused by the use of fluorinated topical glucocorticoid steroids to this area.

It is treated in a similar manner to acne vulgaris with tetracycline antibiotics or erythromycin but, without the use of topical steroids.

Recently, photodynamic therapy (PDT) has been reported to be helpful, although large studies have not yet been performed.

Roaccutane has been used in patients with severe perioral dermatitis with some benefit. Do consult with a dermatologist regularly.

Let us know if you need any other information.

Regards.