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How can you tell the difference between a pimple/ingrown hair and a herpes sore?
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Its difficult: Herpes sores are like craters or blisters which are initially clear then yellow. Pimples are normally red hard, pus filled . Both can be tender. A picture would be helpful.
Answered 12/2/2016
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