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Cold sore

• Cold sore (fever blister) is a recurrent sore outside the mouth, usually on the edge of the lip.

• Cold sore is usually a painful, burning or stinging ulcer and the discomfort usually begins before the ulcer appears.

• Cold sore is red with raised edges and crusting.

• Cold sore usually recurs at the same location and eruptions of the ulcer are sometimes associated with stress.

• Cold sore is caused by the Herpes simplex virus.

Important Notice

This document is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or develop a treatment plan for a health problem or disease without consulting your physician.

Updated March 1st 2009

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