Question 1

how long may a lips herpes last?

Accepted Answer

Herpes Simplex: Usually these get better in one to two weeks. They would resolve much faster on medication such as acyclovir.

Question 2

what does herpes look like on your lips?

Accepted Answer

Herpes simplex: This is what are often called "cold sores".  They begin with small blisters, break open and form shallow ulcers which are tender and painful.

Question 3

does herpes appear when i injure my lips?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Herpes will not appear if you have never been exposed to the virus. However, most people have been exposed to the type of herpes that can cause "cold sores" on the lips. Recurrent herpes (i.e. Cold sores) on the lips can occur as a result of injury (sunburn is a form of injury among others).

Question 4

in what way can herpes on the lips be spread?

Accepted Answer

Via direct contact: The herpes simplex virus-1 is most often the cause of cold sores. It can be spread to the mouth or lips through activities like kissing. It can spread to the genitals by mouth to genital contact or genital to genital contact. Herpes simplex virus -2 can be spread through vaginal, anal ; oral sex.

Question 5

can you get herpes from accidentally drinking off of someone elses can who is infected? no visible sores were seen on their lips? the can sat for about 1-2 hours before i accidentally took a sip from the canned drink?

Accepted Answer

: Herpes transmission in the above described circumstances is very unlikely.

Question 6

are all bumps on your lips herpes?

Accepted Answer

All: All bumps on the lips are not herpes but it can be one of the concern that will require you to consult a dermatologist. There are many causes which cause bumps on the lips which may include simple reasons such as allergy to some foods, sunburn, bacterial infection, acne, even possibility of cancerous lesion in smokers, or benign growth lesions such as sebaceous hyperplasia.

Question 7

are all bumps on the lips related to herpes?

Accepted Answer

No: You could have a pimple, milium, injury etc.

Question 8

i have little white bumps inside my lips is it herpes?

Accepted Answer

Herpes simplex: Probably not, but without seeing these it is nearly impossible to be sure.

Question 9

how to know the difference between herpes & chapped lips?

Accepted Answer

Dental exam: Make sure you know what you have before you try to treat it.

Question 10

is it normal to get herpes four time on my lips in two months?

Accepted Answer

Outbreaks: Herpes virus lives in the nerve cells and will break out periodically. Usually the frequency of outbreaks is more frequent if an acute infection, and less frequently for chronic infections. Not uncommon but see your doctor if you are concerned or if any changes to the outbreak.

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Can you get herpes from accidentally drinking off of someone elses can who is infected? no visible sores were seen on their lips? the can sat for about 1-2 hours before i accidentally took a sip from the canned drink?

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Are all bumps on your lips herpes?

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Are all bumps on the lips related to herpes?

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I have little white bumps inside my lips is it herpes?

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Is it normal to get herpes four time on my lips in two months?

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