occurring in cold weather are often difficult to get rid of. Peeling and cracking of the vermilion of the lips is common in those exposed for long periods to wind and sunlight. Treatment consists of the application of aqueous cream. If the main cause is excessive exposure to sunlight – in which case the lower lip is mainly affected – a protective cream should be applied.

in the form of ‘cold sores’ often develops on the lip as a result of a cold or other feverish (see HERPES SIMPLEX).

may form on the inner surface of the lip, usually as a consequence of bad teeth or of DYSPEPSIA.

sometimes form on the inner surface of the lip, and are seen as little bluish swellings filled with mucus; they are of no importance.

is a deformity sometimes present at birth (see PALATE, MALFORMATIONS OF).

of the lip sometimes occurs – almost always in men, and usually on the lower lip. (See also MOUTH, DISEASES OF.)