Question 1

i have a big red sore on the edge of my lip, i squeezed it and it popped now it just bleeds. is this a cold sore or a pimple?

Accepted Answer

Can't really tell : From here.  Cold sores aren't so likely to "pop", but things don't always follow any rules.  If you've had cold sores in the past, this could be another one.  Could be a zit.

Question 2

my mum has a bump on her lip, she is convinced it is a pimple and not a cold sore. not on the edge of the lip but right on the lower lip. what is it? difference? i don't want to get it because i have an extreme phobia of getting anything on my face?

Accepted Answer

: If your mom's problem is oral herpes, you are not at risk unless you kiss her when she is having an outbreak. Don't worry about it.

Question 3

i had my first cold sore in april on upper lip edge , followed by a translucent looking pimple on forehead which had big white head in few days (this was in july) is it also a cold sore ? i tested positive for hsv 1. can i get cold sores on forehead?

Accepted Answer

: It would be rare to have an HSV1 outbreak on the forehead, but not impossible. If you have similar sores in the same location, herpes would be more likely. If not, probably that one episode was not herpes.

Question 4

do i have herpes? i had oral and vaginal sex sunday then monday i noticed a red bump right on the edge of my lip. it was really sore (as most of my pimples have been since i went on birth control). i tried to pop it the other day and very little puss came

Accepted Answer

I : I would get checkeed for herpes.  It my be nothing. But the location of the bump on the edge of the lip is a common location for herpes infection.   It could be just a zit, but you never can tell.  Herpes usually is painful and becomes ulcerated.

Question 5

single pimple on edge of lip, could it be herpes?

Accepted Answer

Herpes simplex: Possibly, but it would have to be seen to be diagnosed appropriately.

Question 6

i kissed someone with what i thought was a pimple but now know was a cold sore. does that automatically mean i have herpes? and will i for sure get outbreaks if i do?

Accepted Answer

: Oral and genital herpes virus is spread easily by oral or genital contact with someone with an active herpes ulcer.  The virus is attached to the nucleus of cells, and severe stress from any source can activate the virus, causing typical ulcers.  If you begin to have episodes with ulcers, ask your physician about antivirals like acyclovir or Valtrex, which can alleviate active virus.

Question 7

herpes, cold sore, pimple, or something else, how to tell?

Accepted Answer

Cold Sore/ Herpes: Cold sores are caused by herpes simplex virus.Cold sores are painful liquid filled blisters that can occur on the lips, roof of the mouth or the gums which are usually caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1). Tingling &amp;/or pain can herald the oncoming of cold sore 1 to 2 days prior to eruption.

Question 8

pimple or lip cold sore - how can i tell the difference?

Accepted Answer

PIMPLE-COLD SORE: Cold sore is on your lip and viral. Pimple is mostly in your face.

Question 9

how to tell difference from pimple on lower lip or cold sore?

Accepted Answer

Cold sore vs pimple: A cold sore turns into one or more blisters. It breaks open and a yellow fluid teaming with virus oozes out. You probably already know what to expect for a pimple.

Question 10

what is the difference between a pimple o the lip and cold sore? how did i get it? i was not in contact with anyone who has it.

Accepted Answer

Depends: It kind of depends. The picture shows a classic cold sore. A pimple may be significantly different in its appearance, however, it is sometimes very difficult to tell. If fresh, within a day to three days, a culture can be taken or a dna probe checked. This can be definitive if positive, but not so if negative.  Cold sores are exceptionally common affecting up to 75% of all americans.

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I have a big red sore on the edge of my lip, i squeezed it and it popped now it just bleeds. is this a cold sore or a pimple?

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My mum has a bump on her lip, she is convinced it is a pimple and not a cold sore. not on the edge of the lip but right on the lower lip. what is it? difference? i don't want to get it because i have an extreme phobia of getting anything on my face?

A member asked:

I had my first cold sore in april on upper lip edge , followed by a translucent looking pimple on forehead which had big white head in few days (this was in july) is it also a cold sore ? i tested positive for hsv 1. can i get cold sores on forehead?

A member asked:

Do i have herpes? i had oral and vaginal sex sunday then monday i noticed a red bump right on the edge of my lip. it was really sore (as most of my pimples have been since i went on birth control). i tried to pop it the other day and very little puss came

A member asked:

Single pimple on edge of lip, could it be herpes?

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I kissed someone with what i thought was a pimple but now know was a cold sore. does that automatically mean i have herpes? and will i for sure get outbreaks if i do?

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Herpes, cold sore, pimple, or something else, how to tell?

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Pimple or lip cold sore - how can i tell the difference?

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How to tell difference from pimple on lower lip or cold sore?

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What is the difference between a pimple o the lip and cold sore? how did i get it? i was not in contact with anyone who has it.

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