A member asked:

I had microdermabrasion over what i'm concerned may have been a cold sore. now itchy bumps are all over my face and neck. for 2 months.. hsv likely?

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Yes: Very likely to have been a HSV outbreak. Occasionally it can be Varicella Zoster Virus though. You need to talk to your PCP about getting on a strong antiviral medication by mouth.

Answered 8/3/2014

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Dr. Levi Palmer answered

Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry

Not likely: HSV life cycle is 14 days. Itchy bumps are sometimes present during a Staph infection. See your doc soon.

Answered 9/23/2014

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