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Can u get herpes on ur face?

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Yes: Herpes on the face most commonly presents in form of "cold sores" on the lip or in the nose. It can, however, present anywhere on the face as a cluster of bumps filled with clear fluid.

Answered 9/5/2016

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A member asked:

Can u get herpes on ur face?

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Dr. Candace Spann answered

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