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Herpes labialis is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, characterized by an eruption of small and usually painful blisters on the skin of the lips, mouth, gums or the skin around the mouth. These blisters ar...
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Symptoms
Warning symptoms of itching, burning, increased sensitivity, or tingling sensation may occur about 2 days before lesion...
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Causes
Herpes labialis is an extremely common disease caused by infection of the mouth area with herpes simplex virus, most of...
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Tests
Diagnosis is made on the basis of the appearance or culture of the lesion. Examination may also show enlargement of lym...
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Treatments
Untreated, the symptoms will generally subside in 1 to 2 weeks. Antiviral medications given by mouth may shorten the co...
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Drugs
acyclovir
lidocaine topical
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Alternative Therapies
and bioflavonoids (a substance in fruits that helps the body to absorb and use vitamin C) have been shown to reduce the...
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Risk Factors
Exposure to sunlight
Fever
Maternal-Fetal Transmission
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Complications
Spread of herpes to other skin areas; Secondary bacterial skin infections; Recurrence of herpes labialis; Generalized i...
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Prevention
Avoid direct contact with cold sores or other herpes lesions. Minimize the risk of indirect spread by thoroughly washin...
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Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms indicate herpes labialis and symptoms persist for mo...
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