Hard blister-like lesion near lip

[ches70]

I am a 70 year old woman who, two months ago, developed a blister-like lesion near the edge of my lower lip.  I thought it was a fever blister (as I am subject to these.)  However, it does not act like a fever blister.  It is hard, sore and does not appear to contain anything other than clear liquid (if that).  It will not drain or dry up.  Do I need to see a dermatologist or is this something that will eventually heal itself?  I've used Abreva on it, but that has no effect.  

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
This lump can be a small cyst, hematoma, mucocele (if present on the inside of lower lip) or a benign growth of the lips. Since the lump is painless and not changing in size, all these possibilities need to be evaluated.

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 dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[maatson]

The location and features fit in with a "mucous cyst" but a photo would have been most helpful here.However do consult your doc.