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Herpes, yeast infection, or allergic reaction, how can i tell the difference?

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Skin eruptions: You may not be able to tell the difference without a course in dermatology. Let your doctor see this and make the diagnosis, good luck.

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 12/31/2013

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