How to Treat Blistering and Swelling of the Lips
Disease description:
My younger sister’s lips are slightly red and have developed blisters. How should lip blisters with redness and swelling be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Swollen and reddened lips may result from excessive internal heat (“fire”) or a viral infection. If the swelling and blistering are due to excessive internal heat, it is essential to protect the lips to prevent blisters from rupturing or becoming infected due to irritation. In daily life, consume more light, bland foods and drink plenty of water; avoid spicy and irritating foods. Perioral herpes is caused by a viral infection and can be treated with oral heat-clearing and detoxifying medications.
