Why do white pimples appear on the lips and how to get rid of them?

• Published by: Laima Jansons

The oral mucosa performs a protective function and is a kind of mechanical barrier that prevents the penetration of microorganisms and bacteria into the body.

The plastic function ensures rapid tissue regeneration .

Due to the location of tactile and taste receptors in the mouth, the lining of the oral cavity is responsible for sensitivity.

Often, pimples, ulcers and blisters form on the inside of the lips, which have different origins and differ in pain. Such pathological formations cause discomfort and pain while eating . In order to prescribe effective treatment, it is necessary to identify the causes of the disease.

Types of acne on lips

The appearance of white pimples on the lips may indicate a cosmetic problem or a serious disease that is rapidly developing in the body. A thorough study of the nature of the focal fragments and symptoms will help to identify the cause.

Herpes

Herpes

Pimples that quickly increase in size, more like bubbles, appear more often on the outside of the lip (at the border of the red line).

The contents of mature pimples are a liquid substance. The reason lies in the activation of the virus, which was in the body in a dormant state.

Provocateurs can be various factors: stress, weakened immunity, trauma, etc. Characteristic symptoms: itching, pain, burning sensation.

Purulent inflammation

Purulent pimple

Purulent acne appears as a result of disruption of the sebaceous glands, as a result of which the pores become clogged with sebaceous secretion.

In addition, dead cells collect in them, an infection attaches, which provokes an inflammatory process. The pimple initially looks like a red dot, then whiteness appears in the center, which indicates pus is breaking through.

As a result of ripening, the pus breaks out and the wound begins to gradually heal. The whole process is accompanied by pain, and sometimes there is a slight increase in body temperature.

Clogged pores

Clogged Pores

Small white pimples in the lip area also appear as a result of clogged pores, which is caused by the use of low-quality cosmetics, their incorrect application, unscrupulous hygiene procedures and other factors.

The head is dense to the touch and cannot be removed mechanically. There is no pain or redness when pressing on a pimple.

Stomatitis

Stomatitis

The main provocateurs of stomatitis are viruses, infections, and yeast-like fungi.

Initially, white pimples appear, after which liquid matures inside them, which eventually comes out.

Ulcers form in the focal area. Symptoms: pain when pressing on a pimple, burning, itching, fever. Treatment is selected depending on the type of stomatitis.

How is it customary to deal with white spots under the skin of the lips in beauty salons?

In beauty salons, white spots on the lips are removed using laser therapy.

The procedure aimed at restoring the aesthetic appearance of the surface of the lips is performed as follows:

1. The patient sits in a special chair to provide cosmetic services.
2. The cosmetologist performs local anesthesia of the epithelial tissues that will be affected by the laser.
3. After the anesthesia begins to take effect, the surface of the lips, covered with Fordyce granules, is exposed to a laser.
4. Upon completion of the cosmetic procedure, the cosmetologist applies an antiseptic bandage.

In most cases, removal of Fordyce granules takes place in 1-2 stages, depending on the area of ​​skin damage. Complete restoration of epithelial tissue occurs in 5-7 days. The new layer of epidermis has no signs of white spots and has a natural pink or flesh-colored tint.

Localization

The nature of the localization of acne makes it clear what reason provoked the appearance of inflamed spots. Accurate diagnosis allows you to choose the right treatment and eliminate the problem as soon as possible.

• The location of white pimples on the inside of the lip under the skin often indicates an allergic reaction, especially if there is no pain. The pathogen may be in cosmetics and other hygiene products used by the patient. To confirm the diagnosis, it is recommended to take urine and blood tests. White pimples inside the mouth also appear in smokers or people who pay insufficient attention to the issue of hygiene.
• If white blisters are found on the outside of the mouth (along the border) , and the pimple itself is characterized by wateriness, then the suspicion falls on herpes. The rash spreads quickly, affecting the mucous membranes of the mouth and eyes.
• Foci inside the mouth, located chaotically , may be a sign of stomatitis. In this case, the patient experiences pain and burning, even if there is no pressure on the pimple. Eating food and drinking drinks causes discomfort. Additionally, physical weakness and fever are observed.
• The location of pimples (small white ones) in the corners of the mouth and on the upper part indicates a deficiency of vitamins and microelements.
• White dots in the lips and corners indicate hormonal imbalance.
• When the sebaceous glands are blocked, white pimples, called wen, often appear on the border of the upper lip. Their surface is covered with a crust. The contents of the wen are a yellow substance of dense consistency. If left untreated, acne can become inflamed and fester.

Other reasons

A quick solution to the problem depends on a correct diagnosis. This is not easy to do due to the large number of provoking factors. In addition to the main reasons listed, there are others that should also be considered by a specialist during examination.

What diseases cause a rash on the labia?

Rashes on the labia often become a symptom of diseases such as:

• Allergy.
  Allergic reactions can be caused by intimate cosmetics, lubricants, underwear made from non-natural materials, condoms, pads, hair removal and taking certain medications. The pathology is also characterized by swelling, itching and burning in the genital area.
• Scabies.
  The disease appears due to infection with scabies mites. Characteristic manifestations: a large number of small follicular rashes. Pimples can turn into bloody crusts that cause severe itching.
• The body's response to the partner's ejaculate. This pathology, called burning sperm syndrome, occurs in 30% of women who are sexually active.
• Vulvovaginitis.
  This is a fungal disease that occurs due to the proliferation of a fungus such as Candida. Additional symptoms are cheesy discharge, burning, itching.
• Syphilis
  . A sexually transmitted disease that can lead to a large number of dangerous consequences. In this case, one of the signs of the development of an STI is a small pink rash.
• Genital herpes
  . This is a pathology of viral origin, manifested by a scattering of bubbles filled with liquid, which, after opening, turn into ulcers that cause pain. In addition to the rash, body aches, itching, and fever often appear in parallel.
• Molluscum contagiosum
  . One of the main signs of dermatitis is small, dome-shaped, compacted nodules.
• Inguinal athlete's foot
  . Localized in the genital area and adjacent areas. It is characterized as a fungal infection.

Also, a rash in the labia area may indicate the development of the human papillomavirus, thrush, oncology, bartholinitis, Fordyce granules.

White pimples on a child's lips

Examination of a child's lips

If you find white pimples on a child’s lip, you need to pay attention to their number and the nature of their location. If we are talking about one or two points, there is no need to worry. And in case of a profuse rash on the body, you should consult a specialist. This symptom may indicate an allergic reaction of the body or an infectious disease.

Pimples on the lips of children occur due to stomatitis, and most often the body temperature rises and physical weakness is observed. Qualified medical assistance in this situation is simply necessary.

You can even notice white pimples on a newborn baby. This is explained by the hormonal changes that occur in the body from birth to six months. In any case, you should at least see a pediatrician.

Are Fordyce granules dangerous and what harm can they cause to health?

White spots on the lips, caused by hyperplasia of the sebaceous glands or blockage of their ducts, are not dangerous to human health. They are not transmitted sexually or through everyday contact, but only create psychological discomfort in a person who is faced with this dermatological problem.

Wen formed in the epithelial tissues of the lips are not capable of degenerating into malignant tumors. The concentration of sebum in such cysts is insignificant, and the risk of developing an inflammatory process is minimal.

Diagnostics

Taking a scraping

It is the responsibility of a dermatologist to determine what triggered the appearance of white pimples on the lips. During the examination, the specialist takes into account the parameters of the lesions, the intensity of the development of inflammation, the presence of swelling and other symptoms. Diagnosis is a rather complex process, because there are many reasons.

To clarify the picture, a blood test is performed and a scraping of the upper layer of the epidermis is taken. If there is a suspicion of an exacerbation of a chronic disease, the patient is referred for an ultrasound scan. Based on the test results, a treatment regimen is developed.

Which doctor should I contact for a rash on the labia?

If a rash appears in the labia area, it is initially recommended to consult a therapist who will differentiate and make a primary diagnosis. Based on these results, the specialist will select a specialist doctor.

The list of such doctors includes:

• gynecologist;
• dermatologist;
• venereologist;
• endocrinologist;
• allergist.

Each of these specialists will be able to make a final diagnosis, prescribe a series of examinations and select effective, safe treatment. If the cause is external irritants, incorrect attitude to hygiene, incorrectly chosen cosmetics or pads, then the appointment ends with a therapist, who recommends eliminating all negative factors.

Treatment

In order to choose appropriate drugs, it is necessary to study the nature of inflammation.

• The doctor will select the treatment after passing the diagnosis.

  A pimple that appears as a result of activation of herpes is distinguished by the following characteristics: large size, wateriness, and shape. Delay in treatment risks rapid spread of lesions to adjacent areas of the skin. Drugs used to suppress the pathogen contain propylene glycol. The active substance copes well with acne if you treat it every hour on the first day of its appearance. Apply cream or ointment using targeted movements, trying not to affect healthy areas of the skin. What you definitely shouldn’t do is puncture or squeeze out pimples; as a result of opening, an open wound is formed, where infection can easily penetrate. Popular remedies for herpes: Acyclovir, Herpevir, Zovirax, etc.

• Acne that shows signs of inflammation is treated with local remedies. This is an infusion of calendula and sage, celandine extract, fir essential oil, alcohol tincture of propolis, etc. When processing, it is important not to touch the skin around the lesion so as not to cause a burn. It is better to use a cotton swab as a tool. The drug Graphite is popular due to its high effectiveness in the fight against acne and wen. It is also used for prevention.
• For dental problems, acne is combated using decoctions of chamomile and calendula, and furatsilin solution. They rinse the mouth every 2-3 hours. The antiseptic effect of the products helps to cope with multiplying microorganisms.
• Acne of an allergic nature and resulting from a weakened immune system is treated with oral medications and vitamin complexes (general therapy). Depending on the type of pathogen, medications are prescribed: Cetrin, Claritin, Zyrtec, Dimentiden, etc. It is also worth reviewing the composition of cosmetic products. If they contain a component that causes an allergic reaction in the body, further use should be discarded.
• General therapy is also prescribed in case of hormonal imbalance . The appointment is made exclusively by a specialist based on test results.
• Pinpoint pimples above the upper lip often indicate a pathology in which part of the nervous system is affected. Therapy in this case involves an integrated approach, including drug treatment and cosmetic procedures.

Drug treatment is often combined with traditional methods. The composition of simple recipes contains natural ingredients, mainly of plant origin.

One of the popular folk treatment methods is treating the affected area with aloe juice.

Many of them were passed down from generation to generation, due to the efficiency and effectiveness of the method. Among the most popular methods:

• acne treatment with aloe juice (3-5 times a day);
• applying a mask of oatmeal (2 parts) and soda (1 part), the mixture is diluted with boiled warm water to the consistency of sour cream, the exposure time on the skin is 15-20 minutes;
• applying toothpaste to acne (at night);
• cauterization of acne with tea tree essential oil (do not touch healthy areas of the skin);
• Apply a compress of crushed garlic to the pimples for 10 minutes using a cotton pad.

White pimples on the lip sometimes appear due to blockage of the sebaceous glands, so at home it is enough to carry out a course of cleansing procedures. The following components are well suited for these purposes:

• homemade cottage cheese;
• cream (natural);
• chopped avocado;
• a mixture of essential oils (grape seeds, castor oil, apricot, olive).

Such procedures saturate tissues and cells with beneficial vitamins and minerals, which is important in case of nutritional deficiency.

When can you use Azelik®?

Acne rarely occurs on the edges of the lips, since the smallest number of sebaceous glands is located there. More often, acne affects the chin, forehead, cheeks, and spreads to the décolleté, shoulders, and back.

One of the medications indicated for mild to moderate acne is Azelik® gel. Its main active ingredient is azelaic acid. It has the following properties5:

• helps normalize disrupted keratinization processes in the pilosebaceous follicle;
• helps reduce the level of free fatty acids on the skin;
• exhibits antibacterial activity against propionibacteria and Staphylococcus epidermidis;
• has an anti-inflammatory effect due to its ability to reduce neutrophil metabolism and reduce the synthesis of free radical oxygen species.

Azelik® gel must be applied twice a day5. 2.5 g of preparations are enough to treat the entire face5. The gel is available in tubes of 5, 15, 30 g.

Preventive measures

As a preventive measure, you should give up bad habits.

Following simple recommendations will help prevent the appearance of white pimples on the lips.

• The diet should be filled with 70% fresh vegetables and fruits. This will help enrich the body with useful microelements, strengthen the protective function (immunity), and ensure the functioning of vital systems.
• Bad habits should be abandoned. Beauty and health are not comparable to smoking and alcohol.
• Fatty, smoked foods , as well as semi-finished products should be excluded from the menu. Their benefits to the body are questionable, but they cause a lot of harm.
• A stable psycho-emotional background creates favorable conditions for the functioning of all systems and organs. It is recommended to introduce morning jogging or evening walks into your usual daily routine. This helps improve your mood and you feel a surge of energy. A hot temper is well corrected by intense or intellectual sports. In addition, it can captivate other family members.
• Compliance with basic rules of hygiene , in particular the oral cavity, prevents the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria and microbes.
• In extreme heat, wind or frost, it is worth taking care of the delicate skin of your lips. To do this, it is recommended to use special cosmetics (ointment, hygienic lipstick, Vaseline, etc.).

Even touching your lips with unwashed hands can trigger acne. Anyone who had the opportunity to examine their hands under a microscope before washing was horrified by the number of microorganisms on the skin after a walk, visiting public places or traveling on public transport.