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Can the flu cause lip blisters?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Well... I'm not sure: However, if your body undergoes the stress of the flu - that could trigger cold sores to erupt.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/4/2018

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