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Is it possible to have a visible herpes outbreak and it not be really painful ?

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Sure: It's possible. Everyone has a different threshold for pain. See a dentist soon for evaluation.

Answered 10/9/2013

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