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I have had chapped lips for the last 3 weeks and yesterday i developed a tiny blister on my lip, it doesn't look like herpes but how do i know?

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Dr. Irving Harper answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You don't: As common as HSV1, the cause of herpes is, the possibility of it being herpes is high. You can have a test done by your doc to be sure. Good oral hygeine and lack of intimate contact until you do know would be prudent.

Dr Mompoint and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/9/2017

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A member asked:

I have had chapped lips for the last 3 weeks and yesterday i developed a tiny blister on my lip, it doesn't look like herpes but how do i know?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Irving Harper answered

Dr Mompoint and another doctor agreed

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