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What do you suggest if my mother said that i got a cold sore (otherwise known as herpes) helpp?
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Herpes: If it is a cold sore,there are many cold viruses (herpes)known Also as herpes simplex,has a tendency to recurr under stress,self limiting,different from sexually transmitted,if you are concerned seek medical attention.
Answered 4/24/2015
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