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Does herpes present in a linear outbreak?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Shingles?: It can, but this always raises the possibility of shingles (herpes zoster), which causes a painful linear band of blisters on one side of the body. Shingles requires higher doses of anti-herpes drugs than simple herpes. If you think you have shingles, you should see your doctor right away.

Answered 9/16/2013

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