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I have a 5 month old baby she just got a cold sore on her lip is that normal or should i take her to the doctor?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Cold sore: Try using a home remedy like abreva. If no response you can take her to the pediatrician.

Answered 1/6/2014

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A member asked:

I have a 5 month old baby she just got a cold sore on her lip is that normal or should i take her to the doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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