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What Does Herpes On Your Mouth Look Like?
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Blisters or ulcers -- most often on the mouth, lips and gums, or genitals - Enlarged lymph nodes in the neck or groin (usually only at the time of the initial infection)
- Fever blisters
- Fever -- especially during the first episode
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Genital lesions -- there may first be a burning or tingling sensation Mouth sores
Signs and tests
Many times, doctors can tell whether you have an HSV infection simply by looking at the sores. However, certain tests may be ordered to be sure of the diagnosis. These...
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