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I have a small bump in the center of my upper lip. it does not throb or itch but looks very much like a cold sore. should i take a valtrex (valacyclovir)?

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Dr. Hasan Khondker answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

If you have a: historybof cold sore or heroes then yes a trial of Valtrex (valacyclovir) may help but have looked by a doctor first

Answered 6/5/2016

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A member asked:

I have a small bump in the center of my upper lip. it does not throb or itch but looks very much like a cold sore. should i take a valtrex (valacyclovir)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hasan Khondker answered

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