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Having breakouts along my lip line. do not tingle like a cold sore, but throb like chapped lips. have taken 2 gm valtrex, (valacyclovir) no relief. have picture.
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Patience!: You are probably suffering a common lesion of the lips. For the time being, you should use over the counter balm with anesthesia, for relief of pain. After five days, if no improvement, consult your doctor(dentist).
Answered 10/14/2013
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