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What to do if i have a red sore/dot just one that i seen but what to do if i have one on my lip to it dnt look like herps what is it?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Don't know.: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination & other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes.

Dr Tighe De Soto agreed

Answered 5/21/2015

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