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Can i have herpes on my torso and not in mymouth or genitals?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Cutaneous herpes: Yes, it's possible to have herpes only on your skin, but be sure it's not shingles (usually a band of painful blisters on one side of your body).

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Answered 9/16/2013

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