Cold Sores

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Definition

  • A cluster of painful tiny (1-3 mm) small bumps or blisters on the outer lip. Typically, there are 3-5 blisters within a ½ inch (12 mm) area. The small blisters often rupture and form 1 big sore (i.e., cold sore)
  • Present only on one side of the mouth (i.e. doesn't cross the midline).
  • Also referred to as Fever Blisters

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