An abscess, a boil on the lip: what to do, what to treat

Everyone wants to look attractive. This is especially true of the fairer sex, who carefully monitor their appearance.

It is very unpleasant if the abscess jumped on the lip - you want to cure it as soon as possible. But sometimes it appears again and again, or, even worse, turns into something more serious.

Possible causes of lip ulcers

According to the International Classification of Diseases 10 revision, the abscess of the lower lip or upper (ICD 10) is not assigned a specific code. There is only a general group of diseases - skin abscess, boil, carbuncle with code L02.

The presence of an abscess or abscess creates certain discomfort for its owner. In addition to difficulties with food intake (if a neoplasm has formed on the inner side of the lip), an abscess also causes cosmetic discomfort, because it spoils the appearance of the face.

The reasons for the appearance of an abscess or boil on the lip include:

• the development of a viral infection in the body;
• incomplete adherence to the rules of personal hygiene or its absence;
• mechanical or chemical injury;
• congenital defect;
• the presence of a malignant formation in the oral cavity.

The development of furunculosis can occur as a primary pathology or act as a symptom of another disease, for example, an allergic reaction to an irritant. When a staphylococcal infection is infected with a boil outside or inside the lip, it is a constant companion of pathology.

Other provoking factors include:

• using outdated cosmetics, especially lipstick;
• using toothpaste that irritates the dermis;
• herpetic lesion, which was treated incorrectly;
• poor-quality cleansing of the skin before bedtime;
• increased sweating of the face.

The appearance of an abscess occurs due to blockage of the sebaceous glands with dirt, dust, particles of dead epithelium. At the initial stage, you can observe the formation of a black point, which, as it develops, turns into a white pimple.

Photo: development of an abscess on the lower lip - boil:

If the piercing festers, this may indicate insufficient qualifications of the master who performed the puncture, as a result of which the wound became infected. Failure to follow the rules of postoperative care can cause the development of the inflammatory process.

To some extent, piercing is a surgical intervention, since the integrity of the skin changes during the puncture process. cover, the master is introduced into the body, namely, deep into the epidermis, which can cause unwanted effects. Therefore, after the procedure, it is important to exclude moisture from entering the wound until it heals, as well as to exclude the effects of wind and frost. In addition, antiseptic treatment is required.

Types of rashes

A neoplasm on the mucous membrane outside the lower or upper lip can have a different appearance based on the cause that contributed to its occurrence. In most cases, a preliminary diagnosis can be made already by external clinical manifestations.

White pimple

A white abscess is an omentum or a closed comedone that does not pose a threat to the health of its owner. It is formed as a result of blockage of the sebaceous gland duct by keratinized epidermis or sebum.

At the same time, the surface of the lip itself does not suffer:

With the localization of white pimples on the outer or inner region of the lips, on the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, on the tongue, one can indirectly talk about stomatitis, which requires competent therapy.

In the photo, stomatitis on the lower lip:

Purulent abscess

Enhanced production of sebum, excessive accumulation of keratinized epithelium, which is complemented by the addition of a secondary infection, is characterized by the appearance of an abscess. When a white tubercle forms in the center of a neoplasm, we can talk about the complete maturation of an abscess. After the breakthrough, the damaged area begins to heal.

An abscess can also be a boil, which is formed against the background of an inflammatory process in the hair follicle and nearby sebaceous glands. In the common people they are called boils. Most often occur in areas with vellus hair - on the face, limbs.

A serious pathology is a carbuncle - a neoplasm that forms against the background of inflammation of several hair follicles and sebaceous glands located next to each other. In addition to the nasolabial triangle, such growths occur on the neck, back, buttocks.

Lipoma

This is not a pimple or an abscess at all, but sometimes, without understanding it, they try to squeeze it out, which is completely useless. A dense and immobile lump under the skin is considered a benign neoplasm - a lipoma, which can be localized on the edge of the lip. It is formed by fatty exudate mixed with dead epithelial cells.

Such growths are not dangerous, however, if they are located on the lip, the risk of injury is increased, for example, when kissing, cosmetic manipulation, chewing.

Possible complications of abscesses

If it is wrong to squeeze out an abscess on the lip, or to carry out inadequate treatment of a purulent wound, the risk of its increase in size and generalization of the infection increases.

Complications are divided into 3 groups:

• arising directly in the area of ​​pus on the lip, they include phlegmon - an erysipelas with the spread of infection and extensive damage to the epidermis on the face;
• covering other, nearby areas (development of phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, lymphadenitis, lymphangitis in the cervical spine may be observed);
• generalized, in which pus from the lower or upper lip spreads through the bloodstream to distant organs and systems of the body.

The latter negative consequences are considered the most dangerous and, in some cases, can lead to death. Due to the generalization of the infection, the development of pyoderma, osteomyelitis, bacterial damage to internal organs, abscesses inside the body can occur.

Intracranial complications of an abscess of the upper lip include meningitis, meningoencephalitis, brain abscess, toxic-infectious edema of the meninges, thrombosis of the cavernous sinus.

In the photo, the abscess of the lower lip:

What to do and how to treat an abscess on the lip inside and outside?

First of all, it is necessary to determine the reason for what is boiling up on the lip. Based on the primary source, etiotropic treatment is prescribed. To eliminate external manifestations, symptomatic agents will help, which accelerate the maturation of the neoplasm and help remove pus without spreading the infection.

Medicines

If signs of an inflammatory process appear, the use of antiviral and anti-inflammatory drugs is prescribed. To improve the state of the immune system, immunostimulants are taken, especially if pustules on the lips The child has. In the presence of painful symptoms, it is allowed to take an anesthetic.

Local therapy involves the use of gels, solutions and ointments:

• antiseptics for rinsing the mouth (if the abscess has arisen not only on the lip, but also in the mouth);
• enzymatic topical wound remedies;
• vitamin products for applying compresses to the affected area (for example, B12);
• antiseptics for compresses on the abscess (Chlorhexidine, Furacilin, hydrogen peroxide).

To accelerate the maturation of the abscess, Salicylic ointment or Baziron ointment is prescribed. When a viral infection is activated in the body, Zovirax or Acyclovir ointment will be effective. Of antibiotics, Cefixime and Amoxiclav are prescribed.

If the lip is festering inside from a blow, in combination with drug treatment, the doctor may prescribe physiotherapy procedures, for example, UHF and electrophoresis.

After the abscess breaks through, novocaine and an antibiotic are applied to the affected area. Such funds help to eliminate pain syndrome and prevent the generalization of the infection.

Traditional methods

Many folk remedies are no less effective than finished medicines, for example, antibacterial ones. Brewer's yeast, onions, honey help to accelerate the ripening of the abscess and draw out purulent exudate. However, it is forbidden to use such in the treatment of skin diseases in case of hypersensitivity to the substances that make up the composition.

Since abscesses and boils often occur against a background of metabolic disturbances in the body and a weakening of the protective function, an increase in immunity is required. Brewer's yeast contains useful components (zinc, magnesium, calcium, iron, etc.) that help to quickly cure an abscess and prevent its reappearance.

Yeast is taken 2 times a day before meals, about an hour, 1 tbsp. l. Among the contraindications are hypersensitivity to the components and the development of renal disease.

Honey is no less effective, from which a medicinal cake is prepared: the beekeeping product is mixed with flour and grated laundry soap in equal proportions. As a result, you should get a tool that resembles plasticine in consistency. The cake is applied like a compress to a boil, fixed with a plaster, keeping for 3 hours.

You can speed up the opening of an abscess using baked onions. One head is baked, cut into pieces, after cooling, it is applied to the affected area, fixing it with a plaster on top. The procedure is carried out before bedtime, keeping the compress until morning.

Prevention of acne

First of all, it is recommended to follow the rules of personal hygiene. Carry out water procedures, wash and brush your teeth needed daily. This will help avoid skin conditions, including abscesses and boils.

Other preventive recommendations include:

• exclusion of trauma to the lip;
• systematic strengthening of the immune system;
• maintaining a healthy lifestyle;
• elimination of bad habits, especially smoking;
• timely treatment of abrasions, cuts, wounds with appropriate preparations.

Observing such simple rules, you can minimize the risk of abscesses and more dangerous neoplasms on the lip. If you could not avoid their appearance, you should not self-medicate, but you need to see a doctor.