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What is a cold sore? is it hsv-1?
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Generally yes. More than half of the adults have been infected with HSV 1 and the virus remains in the body for the rest of the life of the person. Occasionally, usually with fever, virus breaks through and causes "cold sores". IT is not a concern in an otherwise healthy person. Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health! Safe sex: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-s
Answered 7/28/2022
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