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My child has a cold sore on her upper lip that has a black in the middle of it and her lip is swollen. will an otc treatment work?

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Sounds more : Like an infection vs an allergic reaction. Best to take your child to the doctor and get treated before it gets worst. Practice good hand washing .Give tylenol (acetaminophen) for fever or pain.

Dr Fricke agreed

Answered 5/6/2013

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