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So herpetic wit low on hands hurts even if you don't pop the blisters?

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Right.: It could be painful. should treat it like herpes infection plus eczema. Dermatologist would know how to deal with it.

Answered 1/12/2015

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A member asked:

So herpetic wit low on hands hurts even if you don't pop the blisters?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tsu-Yi Chuang answered

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