Why do my lips feel swollen and dry?
You say you aren’t allergic to anything. The thing is you may be and not know it. Sometimes we have low level allergies that we never notice because we aren’t exposed to them enough. But if you are exposed to a few of these all at once, or have conditions, (such as dry air) that sensitizes your skin, then suddenly those allergies you didn’t know you had flare up.You also stated that you use tons of Blistex and lip moisturizers. You may be allergic, or at least sensitive, to one or more of the ingredients in those.An interesting thing about lip moisturizers, Chapstick, Blistex, lip gloss, lipstick etc., especially if they are also flavored, is that they actually make people tend to lick their lips more. It’s an unconscious act. When we lick our lips, the evaporation of the saliva draws away even more moisture. So they feel drier. So we apply more. Which makes us lick our lips, which makes them drier…. It’s a vicious circle.Something else to keep in mind, which as been mentioned, is if you are exfoliating your lips, you are making skin that is already sensitized, even more irritated. This, along with any sensitivities to ingredients, could account for the swelling.What has worked for me when my lips have become severely dry and chapped is plain old Vaseline aka petroleum jelly. I slather it on before bed. After doing this for a night or two, my lips feel normal again. It acts as a lipid barrier, so it prevents moisture loss, is heavy enough to not wear off during sleep. Since you’re asleep, and it has no flavor, there isn’t the tendency to keep licking one’s lips.Of course if you have a sensitivity to petroleum jelly, this will not work for you. You could try doing a patch test first. Apply it to the inside of your wrist or elbow before bed. Wait 24 hr.s and if there’s no signs of reaction, it should be safe.If the cracking and swelling do not respond, or they get worse, see a doctor as you may have some sort of underlying medical condition as the cause.
I bit my lip, it's now swollen. Help?
I couldn't sleep last night so I day dreamt. Every time I do that I chew my cheeks and lips. Well I guess I chewed too deep because now, it's swollen and makes my mouth/lips awkward looking. I'd love to know a way to get the swelling down, or anything.
Help my lips are swollen with a rash....?
I woke up this morning and my lips are swollen. Kind of numb in certain areas and there are small bumps on my top lip. My bottom lip is really red. Any advice? I took some diphenhydramine hydrocholaride (benadryl) this morning. I am going to the emergency room. I don't have any pain at all, they are not sore or itchy just big. I felt a burning sensation yesterday but I don't know what happen. I was out in the country and I don't think anything bit me as far as I know. I didn't eat anything unusual but I am REALLY concerned. There is no way I could go to work today looking this bad.
How do you treat a lip that is swollen and numb?
There are different reasons why a person has a swollen lip. It can be anything from an insect bite to having an allergic reaction to trauma and injuries. How swollen lips are treated depends on what cause it in the first place. If the underlying cause is not serious the swelling should go away within seven to fourteen days without having any medical treatment.If it is still swollen after two weeks you should see your physician to find out what is causing it and what treatment your physician recommends.TreatmentSwollen lower lip – you can treat this condition with an application of ice compresses on your swollen lip. To reduce the inflammation eat cold yogurt and avoid hot beverages. Sometimes taking inflammatory medications and corticosteroids can help to reduce the swelling.Swollen upper lip – how this swelling is treated depends on what has caused it in the first place. If it caused by a chronic inflammation it can be treated by taking corticosteroids and anti-inflammatory medications. For allergic reactions you can take antihistamines.
Bump in Lip, Swollen PLEASE HELP!!!!!!?
There are several common causes for lip swelling: allergies, trauma, and in association with irritable bowel syndrome. If its allergies, there is also usually some itching or signs of allergies elsewhere. If the swelling is caused by trauma or IBS, then you would know it. Most likely it is an allergic reaction. If it is, you can reduce the swelling by using ice and taking an antihistamine. Benedryl is one of the best for this purpose, but it puts most people to sleep, so something like Claritin might be a good choice if you can't afford to be sleepy all day.
Please Help Vagina lips swollen?
It could be a Bartholin cyst. If it is, you might have to go to the ER and get it lanced, drained and antibiotics and pain meds. Or call your gynecologist and have him do it if he can work you in quickly. If they keep coming back after lancing, then you could have surgery called "Marsupialization" to lance it open, turn the edges back and sew them down, so it will never clog up into a cyst again.
How can I treat a swollen numb lip?
try using ice butThe first thing you ought to know about before seeking how to cure a fat lip is to know the cause of the fat lip. Swelling in the lip may be due to a lot of different reasons. A fat lip in itself can be rather vague and not permanently treatable unless the swollen lip causes are known. For proper fat lip treatment, first the swollen lip causes and the symptoms associated with the fat lip need to be ascertained. A fat lip simply means that your lip is swollen. Any swollen part of the body can be treated with a hot or cold compress. However, if you have chronic swelling in your lip, simply placing a hot or cold compress around the lip may not be enough. If you want to treat the problem in the proper manner, first get yourself checked and then get a remedy for a fat lip accordingly. In most cases, fat lip is caused by a trauma on the face. If someone punches you or you get into an accident, the immediate result could be a fat lip. In such a case, fat lip cure would not be very difficult. However, if you have not injured your face and your lip in an accident, there may be some other cause of the swelling. One of the primary swollen lips causes is inflammatory conditions. If you have an inflammatory condition, there are good chances that this condition will cause swelling in other areas of your body as well, especially your internal organs. Such a condition can be as difficult to treat as it is unfortunate. Make sure that you get a qualified medical practitioner to examine your lip and run some tests
When I wake up in the morning, my lips feel swollen. Why?
It is completely normal. Morning time is when you will notice a little edema (excess water) in some areas. I don't know the reason for it, but it has something to do with while you are sleeping your body is telling itself to start getting rid of excess water. That is usually why we have to urinate first thing of the morning.
How do I reduce my lip size it has swollen?
Swelling of the lip can be caused by an allergic reaction or trauma to the area or, in rare cases, as a result of certain diseases such as leukemia or Hodgkin's disease. Once you identify the cause of your swollen lip, you can begin reducing the swelling through at-home treatment. If swelling is a result of a puncture wound to your lip, or if you experience other side effects of an infection, like fever, redness or pus drainage, contact your doctor right away.Step 1Take an over-the-counter antihistamine according to manufacturer's instructions or as recommended by your doctor if you suspect the swelling is the result of an allergic reaction.Step 2Eliminate or avoid any suspected allergens. Dairy, nuts and shellfish are common causes of food allergies. Medication or chemicals in detergents may also cause a reactionStep 3Clean any cuts on your lip that may cause swelling with a solution of equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water. The solution may foam up as the peroxide reacts to the natural bacteria in your mouth.Step 4Wrap crushed ice cubes inside of a strip of sterile gauze and apply to the swollen area for about 10 minutes each hour.Step 5Ask your doctor about an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce swelling and control pain.TipsAn allergy specialist can help you identify the causes of chronic swelling in your lip or other areas of your body due to allergens.WarningsNever sleep with an ice pack on your skin.