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What Causes Red Rash On The Upper Lip While Suffering From Genital Herpes?

Let me first start my saying I have genital herpes for the paSt 20+ years. Since December, I have been getting a red welt on the same spot on my upper lip at random occurrances. It doesn t blister, but it feels warm, throbbing and itchy. It lasts for about an hour, then is gone. I thought that it could be the early stages of a cold sore, but it doesn t turn into that. Also, the perimeter of my lips in general have become itchy at times. Any thoughts about what this can be?
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Hello,

Your symptoms seem to be related to herpes simplex.

I recommend using antiviral medication such as Acyclovir.

I also recommend using antiviral cream for local application.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Red Rash On The Upper Lip While Suffering From Genital Herpes?

Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to herpes simplex. I recommend using antiviral medication such as Acyclovir. I also recommend using antiviral cream for local application. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician