What causes bumps on lips and how do we cure it
                     What causes bumps on lips and how do we cure it?
Do you notice pimple like spots on your lips? If yes, then this article is for you.
Most people are not concerned about such bumps on lips as it is common, but  
they are not. Even though many of those lip bump attributes are harmless, 
some  of them are associated with more serious conditions. You may have 
bumps on  your lips due to allergic reactions, particular infections, and skin 
diseases.
Here we have briefly explained the causes, diagnosis, treatment procedures, 
and
home care remedies to get rid of such tiny bumps on lips.
Causes
The possible causes of such swollen bumps on lips include:
 Oral Thrush – It is a fungal infection that occurs in the soft tissues in the  
mouth like lips, cheeks, tongue, etc. The fungus Candida albicans is the
main reason for oral thrush and it causes white patches, redness over the
fleshy organs in mouth when the fungus is overgrown.
 Syphilis – Syphilis is a bacterial infection and it occurs in the genitals. In  
certain cases, syphilis happens in the mouth. It exhibits mild discomforts  
in the initial stage and requires timely treatments else it leads to serious  
problems.
 Milia – It is a white cyst that developed over the skin. This commonly  
occurs on chin, cheeks, mouth linings and lips. It occurs because of the  
accumulation of dead cells inside a pocket over the skin surfaces. It is a  
harmless condition and does not require medical treatment as it heals on  
its own.
 Mucoceles – It happens with the blockage of salivary glands. Sometimes,  
it occurs with biting the lips accidentally. However, it is not a harmful  
condition and goes on its own.
 Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) – It is a viral infectious condition  
that is common in children under 5 years. It exhibits various discomforts  
like appetite loss, rash on fingers, soreness and red spots in mouth, etc.
 Perioral Dermatitis – This is a skin condition similar to rash and it  
frequently occurs around the mouth. It has been found it occurs with the
allergic reactions triggered with certain cosmetic
appliances and
toothpaste containing fluoride for some people.
 Oral Cancer – In rare cases, lip bumps are occurred because of oral 
cancer.
They occur because of the tumor growth on lips and mouth linings.
Besides these, certain other factors that trigger swollen bumps on lips include  
lip dryness, oral herpes, canker sores, sunburn and stress.
Shall we need dental treatments to cure such lip bumps?
As mentioned earlier, the bumps over the lips heal over time. If the bumps
happen as a side effect of any existing disorders, consult your doctor to cure the 
 dilemma.
Meanwhile, seek dental support when the bumps do not heal for a long time  
and when you encounter the following troubles following the bump on lips:
 Bleeding in lips
 Sudden swelling in lips
 Jaw swelling
 Numbness in tongue
 Difficulties in breathing
 Broaden bumps
How are bumps on lips diagnosed?
When you consult the dentist, he will inquire about your exposure to any
allergens, smoking, sun exposure, new medications, or other risk factors for lip  
bumps.
Then he will do a physical examination to diagnose the bumps, and you may 
also  be asked about when you first noticed them and how painful they are.
They may recommend further tests such as,
 taking a blood test to identify the virus or bacteria
 testing for cancer in the skin cells (through a biopsy)
 imaging with an X-ray, CT scan, or MRI to look at the mouth and jaw for  
any abnormalities.
What are the treatment options available to cure bumps on lips?
Diagnosing the root cause of lip bumps includes analyzing the medical history 
to
detect whether the problem occurs because of medications, hereditary  
problems, allergens or other factors. In certain cases, blood tests, MRI Scanning, 
 testing the skin cells are necessary for diagnosis.
The procedures to treat swollen bumps on lips vary depending on the cause.  
Here are the most commonly prescribed treatments for this disorder:
 Antiviral medications, Antifungal medications are suggested if the  
problem arises due to infectious conditions.
 If the bumps occur with allergic reactions or inflammatory conditions,
then antihistamine medications will fix the issues.
 Pain killers, Over the counter medications, creams are recommended if  
the bump on lips happen with oral problems like canker sores.
Advanced techniques like electrosurgery or laser treatments are also utilized if  
the underlying cause is more complex.
Bottom line
Lip bumps are harmless in most cases, and they will go away by themselves.
Meanwhile, a bump on your lips might be a warning sign of any serious 
problem  if the pimple-like lesion exists for many days.
You should consult a dentist if they do not go away in a couple of weeks or  
develop along with other bothersome symptoms. Apart from treatments and  
home remedies, you should follow proper oral hygiene practices and certain  
self-care measures recommended by dentists.
DR. B. KANAGASABABATHY MDS