Apr 24, 2024 · Lip cancer is a form of cancer that starts in the lips and mouth. Early signs and symptoms can include sores or lumps on the lips or in the mouth. Treatment will depend on the size and location...

A labial melanotic macule is a well-defined, oval, brown to black, flat patch on the central third of the lower lip. It is the name for a freckle arising on the lip. It is also sometimes called a labial lentigo and when multiple lesions are present, mucosal melanosis.

Mar 14, 2024 · When looking to see if you have cancerous moles, look for moles that are new or changed over time, including color and shape. Should you be concerned about that mole? A dermatologist explains what ...

Jul 12, 2023 · Constant irritation and inflammation caused by lip licking may cause post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, causing dark spots on the lips. Also known as age spots, these dark marks may occur in parts of the body that are exposed to the sun. Common areas for sunspots include the face or hands.

Mar 8, 2019 · Dark spots on your lips can have many causes including hyperpigmentation, an allergic reaction, sun exposure, a vitamin imbalance, or a hormone disorder. Although it’s...

Nov 14, 2023 · Nevus (plural nevi) is a medical term for skin mole. A harmless mole is a common, noncancerous, or benign mole. Most adults have between 10 and 40 of these types of moles, which usually appear in areas most exposed to the sun. Common moles have the following characteristics: Spitz nevi are moles that look like melanoma but are benign.

Jun 24, 2024 · An oral melanotic macule is a harmless dark spot found on the lip, most often the lower lip, or inside the mouth, either on the gums, inside the cheek, or on the roof of the mouth. An oral melanotic macule found on the lip is sometimes called a labial melanotic macule.

Nov 28, 2023 · Lip cancer often appears as a sore on your lip that doesn't heal. Learn about lip cancer treatments, including surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.

Aug 29, 2024 · Squamous cell carcinoma of the lip often develops from a precancerous lesion called actinic cheilitis. Both conditions can cause changes in the color and texture of your lip. Your outlook...

Sep 12, 2024 · We spoke to head and neck cancer surgeon Carol Lewis, M.D., to learn more about lip cancer, including what causes it, symptoms to look out for and how it’s treated. Here’s what she shared. What is lip cancer? First, it’s important to understand how we distinguish between the parts of the lip.