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What is this rash on my top lip?

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What is this rash on my top lip?

Eczema on the lips, also called lip dermatitis or eczematous cheilitis, causes a characteristic redness, drying, and scaling of the lips. Eczema refers to a group of skin conditions that can cause itchy rashes, cracked skin, and painful blisters.

How do you treat a rash above your upper lip?

How do dermatologists treat perioral dermatitis?

  1. Stop applying all corticosteroids, including hydrocortisone cream, to your skin.
  2. Take an antibiotic, such as tetracycline or erythromycin.
  3. Change your skin care routine.

What causes rash around the mouth?

If you have a red rash around your mouth, you might have a type of dermatitis called perioral dermatitis. Your skin might be scaly and flaky with inflamed bumps that can itch and burn. Sometimes the rash spreads to the nose and eyes.

What does a lip rash look like?

The rash may consist of small, red bumps called papules. You may also have dry, flaky, or scaly skin and a clear fluid discharge. The rash may itch or burn. In some cases, it can spread to other parts of the face, such as the nose and eyes.

How do you treat lip dermatitis?

Management and Treatment If you have lip dermatitis, try to stop habits such as licking, biting or sucking your lips. You should also avoid irritants such as lip balms or lipsticks. Your healthcare provider may recommend: Petroleum jelly or unscented, hypoallergenic moisturizer to soothe dry, cracked lips.

What causes rash on your lips?

Rashes around the lips are often caused by skin irritants. Lip licking, bacterial infections, and skin conditions like eczema can also be culprits. The best way to find the cause of your lip rash is to see a dermatologist.

What causes recurring lumps on the upper lip?

Cold sores

  • Cancer
  • Fordyce spots
  • Acne
  • Sunburn may cause tiny bumps on your lips
  • Little bumps in clusters may be a simple reaction to your makeup (contact allergy)
  • Bacterial infections also cause these lumps

    • What are some causes of having very red lips?

    Infectious causes. A lip rash may occur due to an infection such as the following.

  • Irritants. Irritants affecting the lips may lead to a lip rash.
  • Systemic conditions. Some conditions can present with a lip rash,such as the following.
  • Cancerous causes. Rarely,a lip rash could be cancerous.
  • Non-specific skin rash.

    • What is causing my upper lip numbness?

    – Brain damage – Impaired balance and coordination – Nerve problems that cause pain, numbness or tingling – Permanent loss of sensation