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Redness in underlip
My baby got a red patch under her lower lip. How will it reduce? Please suggest any ointment or other medicine for it.
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Mucocele, mucous extravasation cyst caused by bite, they resolve spontaneously over wksavoid biting. Mucous retention cysts usually occur in adult where complete excision needed.If recurring same place enlarging persisting months contact pediatric surgeon.
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Hello, I understand your concern
It looks like your daughter has a small blister/ulcer on the underside of the tongue, likely a traumatic ulcer or mucocele — both are common and usually harmless.
Possible cause:
• Minor injury from teeth, food, or toothbrush
• Lip/cheek biting habit
• Sometimes after viral infections
Next Steps
Offer soft, bland foods (avoid spicy/sour/salty items).
Encourage fluids and cool foods (curd, buttermilk, cold milk).
Maintain good oral hygiene; rinse with plain water after meals.
If child can cooperate – apply Zytee gel(pea-sized) locally 2–3 times/day after meals.
Health Tips
Avoid:
• Spicy chips, citrus fruits, pickles, toothpaste with strong mint
• Touching or popping the blister
Usually heals within 7–10 days.
If it recurs frequently, persists >2 weeks, or becomes painful/swollen → needs review to rule out aphthous ulcer, mucocele, or infection.
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It’s a mucocele. Likely will settle on its own.
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If it’s increasing in size or causing discomfort to child, visit pediatric surgeon.
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It is a mucus retention cyst, usually resolves on its own, if there are no symptoms can wait and watch
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Looks like a clear fluid filler swelling..no need to worry...if u have any further questions, u can contact me
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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query.
Early consultations can prevent complications.
Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive)
Dr Faisal Zoheb
MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow ( Newborn specialist )
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat.
Contact number: 97012307 two nine
Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It's called Mucous retention cyst
It will go by itself
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Dr. Shebin C E
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Kanyakumari
Greetings looks like the child is biting the lip that's why it's formed advice the child not to do so..
Consult if any more queries
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