Bumps on Lips

[Jsobiech]

I have developed small bumps all over my lips and in the corners of my mouth. The bumps on my lips are not painful, nor do they itch, however the ones in the corners are sensitive. This happened once before about a month ago. Everything went away in about a week. I also have an itchy rash under my chin and on my neck. I'm not sure if they're related to the bumps, but they showed up at the same time. Any insight into what might be going on? Thank you.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It looks like allergic reaction of the lips which is causing these bumps. The other possibility is of herpes labialis. Drink plenty of water and take multivitamin supplements and do not apply lipstick or other cosmetic products for some days. Use a humidifier to moisturize the air in your home and apply shea butter or Vaseline on your lips.You can also take some antiallergic medicines like Benadryl or Claritin.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[tschock]

Sounds like it could be an allergic reaction to something you ate or something you wore...soap, perfume, clothing.
Could also be mild cold-sores, impetigo, bug bites, hand foot and mouth disease, etc.

I'm willing to bet it's an allergic reaction or sensitivity though.

You could try lip balms, allergy pills/benadryl, calamine lotion.
If nothing helps, see your doctor.