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I have this blister like thing on my lips is it herpes. and can it be passed to private parts?

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Herpes labials: Herpes labials, cold sores on the lips of the mouth, are is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV 1). Through oral sex it can be transmitted to the partner - and so forth.

Answered 12/7/2015

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