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I may have a cold sore, but if i do they are reacting amazingly to my acne cream. they dont hurt at all and i have no scabbing or blistering ?
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Unclear question: You may leave the cold sores alone as these heal spontaneously in healthy people. Get HPV vaccine. Avoid alcohol and street drugs. Practice safe sex.
Answered 8/5/2019
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