Lip fat: causes, treatment

Small yellowish-white spots on the red border of the lips are more likely an aesthetic defect, they do not bring discomfort and pain.

They are called wen, the medical name is Fordyce granules. Consider the reasons for the appearance of yellow dots on the lips, as well as the most effective ways to eliminate them.

What is a wen?

Fat is called a small seal under the skin with a diameter of 1-2 millimeters, which slightly rises above the surface. In medical terminology, these are seborrheic cysts, secretions of the sebaceous gland. The formation resembles a small pimple and is not a disease.

The formations are named after the doctor who described them - Fordyce granules. Fats are formed on areas of the body with the thinnest skin - under the armpits, in the corner of the lips, on the red border, on the genitals.

In most cases, the granules do not cause any trouble, do not hurt, and are not contagious. The damage they cause is associated with aesthetic deterioration in the appearance of the lips, which look unnatural and lose their healthy pink-red color.

Men are more prone to the formation of wen, but unpleasant spots on the lips are more common in women.

The photo shows the wen on the upper lip:

Causes and symptoms of the appearance of wen on the lips

Disruption of the sebaceous glands contributes to the formation of granules. The reasons for this are:

• the location of the glands close to the surface of the skin;
• narrowing of the ducts, leading to the accumulation of sebum under the skin;
• dysfunction of the sebaceous gland;
• hormonal disruptions (in particular, during puberty, pregnancy);
• anatomical structural features, that is, a genetic factor.

The influences of these reasons are enhanced by the characteristics of life, diseases and habits:

• smoking - in smokers, the wen can be located on the mucous membrane;
• frequent trauma to the skin of the lips;
• in women, the regular use of lipsticks that close the pores;
• lipid metabolism disorders;
• viral and bacterial infections of the oral cavity - stomatitis, herpes, other;
• dysfunction of the gastrointestinal tract;
• improper nutrition.

Fordyce granules do not claim any symptoms. The discomfort that they cause concerns only the deterioration of appearance and the associated psychological problems. You can find white-yellowish wen on the lips or under the lip by looking in the mirror. Usually the granules are arranged in groups, sometimes covering the entire edge.

If spots appear, you need to seek the help of a dermatologist.

How to get rid of wen on the lip?

Since granules do not cause any problems, many people live with them all their lives. If a person decides to remove a wen on the lip, diagnostic procedures are carried out to determine the best method of treatment.

Sometimes a biopsy of the contents is examined, the hormonal background is determined, the presence of chronic pathologies is revealed. When the whole body is affected, differential diagnosis is carried out with some pathologies that have similar symptoms.

Among the methods of treatment are removal using various methods, the use of external gels and ointments for resorption.

Medical procedures

Only large granules are removed by surgery. They are excised with a scalpel. In this case, there is an open wound, blood loss occurs, and postoperative complications may occur. Scars and scars are often formed at the site of the operation.

Most often, other methods are used to remove a wen on the lip:

1. Radio wave. Non-contact effect on tissues with waves of a certain length. During manipulation, no blood loss occurs, the patient does not feel pain. The skin is not damaged, so no scars are formed. When exposed, the skin is disinfected, and local immunity is increased.
2. Laser. Instead of a scalpel, a laser beam is used, which removes the subcutaneous formation, seals the vessels. The method is convenient and low-traumatic. A small crust on the surface of the skin falls off after a few days.
3. Cryodestruction - exposure to cold (nitrogen). After the procedure, a small wound forms on the skin, which heals quickly. With this method, recovery occurs quickly, complications are not observed.

With any of these methods of exposure, adipose tissue is removed from under the skin, but the cause of the formation of wen cannot be eliminated, so they can reappear.

The resorption of granules is also helped by physiotherapy. Darsonval is used, that is, exposure to low currents.

Pharmacy products

Medicines for removing adipose tissue stimulate local metabolism, accelerate cell division and tissue regeneration. Due to this, there is a gradual resorption of the subcutaneous accumulation of adipose tissue.

Applicable:

1. Vishnevsky ointment. Consists of tar and castor oil. Promotes the stimulation of local blood circulation, as a result of which all processes in the tissues are accelerated. Has an unpleasant odor. Apply a little to the mouth area.
2. Ichthyol. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects.
3. Retin-A. One of the best remedies for wen. It contains an element similar to vitamin A. With regular use, it removes yellow spots and has an antitumor effect.
4. Vitaon. Contains a wide range of herbs and essential oils. It has a regenerating effect, increases resistance to external influences.
5. Ayrol. Contains tretinoin, stimulates tissue regeneration and renewal.
6. Badyaga. The gel removes Fordyce granules well. Apply for 20-30 minutes, then remove from the skin. You can also use powder by combining with white clay.

It is necessary to use medications for a long course in accordance with the doctor's recommendations.

Traditional methods

Among home methods, the following will help get rid of wen:

1. Attach pieces of Kalanchoe leaf, securing them with a plaster.
2. Make a gruel from aloe leaf. Lubricate twice a day.
3. Prepare an ointment by combining a spoonful of sour cream and honey, add salt on the tip of a knife. Lubricate 2-3 times a day.
4. A few drops of vegetable oil are injected into the gruel from a garlic clove and the skin is lubricated.
5. In summer, you can use fresh leaves of coltsfoot, fixing them with a bandage.

Note that all means require long-term use until the formations disappear completely.

Preventive measures

Preventive measures help reduce the likelihood of yellow dots on the lips:

• quitting smoking, as it worsens the condition of the skin and mucous membranes;
• support of hormonal levels at a natural level;
• timely treatment of all diseases of the oral cavity, including stomatitis, caries, herpes;
• women should use good cosmetics, periodically resting the skin;
• follow the diet, do not eat fatty, fried foods;
• maintain immunity at a high level - it protects against all pathologies;
• protect lips from injury, dryness, use hygienic lipsticks with jojoba oil, vitamin E, which have a protective and regenerating effect.

These actions only help reduce the likelihood of developing wen. In case of inflammation of the formations or their rapid growth, you should immediately consult a dermatologist.

Modern medicine and folk remedies offer different ways to remove wen. Whether you need to use them or leave them as they are, everyone decides for themselves.