A member asked:

I had a cold sore little below my lower lip 5 month ago and after kissing my bf later on it healed but left a red spot till now,will it fade away:(??

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes, but...: Most people have caught herpes cold sore viruses by adulthood, and get a cold sore once in a while. They heal up, and the discoloration disappears in a couple of months. However, some people are prone to post-inflammatory skin changes, and get discoloration that stays for a long time... but should fade in 1-2 years of "no new inflammation." One's primary care or a skin doctor can explain more.

Answered 2/28/2021

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