Why do I have a small dark spot on my lip?
Dark marks on the lips can appear for many other reasons, often related to dryness or sun damage. In most cases, they don’t mean there’s a dangerous skin condition and are likely to go away on their own. Keep your lips hydrated to avoid “farmer’s lip,” persistent dryness of the lips due to longtime sun exposure.
What is the dark spot under my bottom lip?
Oral melanotic macule is a non-cancerous (benign), dark spot found on the lips or inside the mouth. An oral melanotic macule found on the lip is sometimes called a labial melanotic macule.
What does melanoma on the lip look like?
A flat or slightly raised whitish discoloration of the lip. A sore on your lip that won’t heal. Tingling, pain or numbness of the lips or the skin around the mouth.
How do you get rid of dark spots on your bottom lip?
To reduce the appearance of a black spot, a person may find exfoliating with a sugar or salt scrub helpful. This can remove dead, discolored cells and reveal healthier new cells below. Eating a balanced diet and drinking plenty of water can prevent some causes of black spots on the lips.
What does squamous cell carcinoma on the lip look like?
SCCs can appear as thick, rough, scaly patches that may crust or bleed. They can also resemble warts, or open sores that don’t completely heal. Sometimes SCCs show up as growths that are raised at the edges with a lower area in the center that may bleed or itch.
Why do I have a spot on my lip?
Lip pimples can be caused by lipstick, sweat, poor diet, and hormonal changes. If you have a lip pimple, don’t squeeze it, apply salicylic acid, and use a warm compress. If you get acne frequently, talk to your dermatologist about getting prescription acne medication.
What does melanoma on lip look like?
What to do if you have a black spot on your lip?
Visit a doctor to ensure that black spots on the lips are correctly diagnosed. If any skin lesion has an irregular shape, grows rapidly, is shiny, or has an unusual color, see a doctor right away. Black spots on the lips are usually nothing to worry about and can be easy to treat when following a doctor’s plan.