A lump inside the mouth can be alarming because it is easy to imagine the worst. In many cases, mouth bumps turn out to be harmless. They may come from irritation, a blocked salivary gland, swollen ...

Lip cancer is a type of oral cancer that occurs on the lips, usually the lower lip. It typically begins on the lower lip, where abnormal cells start to grow out of control. These cells can form a sore ...

Lesions and lumps often appear in the mouth, but many of them are benign. While some may need to be removed, many don’t require any treatment at all. Benign oral cavity tumors are essentially ...

Herpes simplex labialis (HSL) is a common disease caused most often by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). Primary infection is usually acquired during childhood or adolescence through direct mucosal ...

A very unusual case of lip-based diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) was treated successfully thanks to prompt diagnosis and chemotherapy treatments. Upon seeing a lip lesion, a physician’s first ...

Healthy lips are more than a cosmetic feature; they are a window into your overall well-being. Soft, smooth, and naturally pink lips generally indicate good hydration, nutrition, and circulation.