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I used a needle to take off a tiny blister off my lip and i accidentally injured myself. my lip is still swollen near the injury for years now. is that considered to be herpes?

Q: i used a needle to take off a tiny blister off my lip and i accidentally injured myself. my lip is still swollen near the injury for years now. is that considered to be herpes?

: Highly doubt it's hsv. However, you might want to see your dermatologist and be tested for hsv...and at the same time be evaluated for your persistent lip lesion/swelling.

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Dr. Stanley Katz answered

Highly doubt it's hsv. However, you might want to see your dermatologist and be tested for hsv...and at the same time be evaluated for your persistent lip lesion/swelling.

Answered 4/16/2023

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A member asked:

I used a needle to take off a tiny blister off my lip and i accidentally injured myself. my lip is still swollen near the injury for years now. is that considered to be herpes?

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