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Is it possible to have herpes virus somewhere other than your mouth get the clusters of blisters that burn my skin about 2 days before they appear bend a appear and disappear to be filled with fluid and really do not discriminate where they go

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Dr. Robert Kwok answered

Sure it is: Herpes simplex type 1 or 2 can infect many different places on the body. Herpes zoster (shingles) can appear as blisters on many different places in different people. A primary care doctor or a dermatologist can evaluate to determine the type of virus and offer treatment.

Dr Kimm agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

Is it possible to have herpes virus somewhere other than your mouth get the clusters of blisters that burn my skin about 2 days before they appear bend a appear and disappear to be filled with fluid and really do not discriminate where they go

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Kwok answered

Dr Kimm agreed

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