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A member asked:
How long does herpes whitlow last? had a blister on my finger for 3 weeks now. it doesn't hurt it feels funny. could this not be whitlow? contagious?
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Herpes simplex: This is a little long for the duration of a herpetic whitlow, and these are more often than not quite painful and almost invariably tender. The finger is often red and swollen. Sound as if you should have this examined and diagnosed professionally. Good luck.
Answered 5/20/2014
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