health conditions






 

Question by  seeandtell89 (1)

What can I do about a painful, red, crusted lesion at the corner of my mouth?

It started out as a bump but now it really hurts.

 
+7

Answer by  nurselisa (42)

You should see your doctor to determine the cause of this lesion. You may have a simple area of irritation, or you have an oral herpes lesion (HSV-I) or a more serious condtion, such as oral cancer.

 
+6

Answer by  cafish (2035)

You can see your doctor for antibiotic medication. He can check to see if it is just a cold sore. Some people rub aloe gel on the affected area. Applying a cornstarch paste sometimes helps a cold sore. There are many home remedies available if it is a cold sore.

 
+5

Answer by  Lornah (282)

Lesions of this kind tend to go away after 4-6 days but if it persists, seek medical assistance and try not to disturb it by scratching it or touching it all the time.

 
You have 50 words left!