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Could i be allergic to the sun if i get cold sores afterwards?
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Sun exposure: Sun exposure may trigger cold sores . The reason is unknown but it is known that sunlight does affect one's immune system (as in lupus and multiple sclerosis).
Answered 8/24/2013
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