Why Salicylate Cause Blisters?
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What causes fever blisters?
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A fever blister located on the lips, mouth, and face is usually caused by the highly contagious
There is no cure for a fever blister. However, there are medications that will relieve the pain and itchiness, and speed the healing of the blister.
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