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I have an appointment tomorrow morning; i'm pretty sure i have herpes. i'm female. can i sleep with a tissue there and help it from spreading?
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If you have a: herpes simplex infection involving genitalia - it is not likely that use of a tissue will impact spread of lesions.
Answered 10/13/2015
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Oral herpes: You could certainly sleep with a tissue over your lip. Do not scratch or squeeze any lesions and get a good night's sleep before your appointment.
Answered 12/31/2016
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