Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Are Blister Inside Lower Lip And Itching On Face Signs Of HSV-2?

i met someone three weeks ago we have tongue kissed on four occasions , she told me today that she has hsv2 and that in september of last year she felt itching on her face , i now see a small white blister on the inside of my bottom lip ,,could this be an hsv 2 infection ?
Thu, 25 Jun 2015
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response

Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.


Thanks for your query . The condition you mention in query could be possible .

Because sometimes virus after infection do not completely eliminated from body , it remains in body in dormant stage and can reactivated by certain trigger factor . HSV can spread due to any physical contact like kissing.

I would suggest you to :-

- Apply ice on sores or such on ice cube .

- Do antiseptic mouthwash (listrine) rinses .

- Avoid spicy , salty and acidic food .

- Take advil (if not allergic ) or tylenol for pain and discomfort .

Symptoms usually go away by their own in 1-2 weeks . if they persist for more then two weeks . Consult oral pathologist for proper examination and to rule out causes like canker sore .

Doctor may order virus culture test or tzanck test to confirm the diagnosis .

Doctor may prescribe anti viral drugs like acyclovir , famcicclovir or valacyclovir. He/she may alos prescribe anti viral ointment.


Hope your concern has been resolved.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Are Blister Inside Lower Lip And Itching On Face Signs Of HSV-2?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for your query . The condition you mention in query could be possible . Because sometimes virus after infection do not completely eliminated from body , it remains in body in dormant stage and can reactivated by certain trigger factor . HSV can spread due to any physical contact like kissing. I would suggest you to :- - Apply ice on sores or such on ice cube . - Do antiseptic mouthwash (listrine) rinses . - Avoid spicy , salty and acidic food . - Take advil (if not allergic ) or tylenol for pain and discomfort . Symptoms usually go away by their own in 1-2 weeks . if they persist for more then two weeks . Consult oral pathologist for proper examination and to rule out causes like canker sore . Doctor may order virus culture test or tzanck test to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe anti viral drugs like acyclovir , famcicclovir or valacyclovir. He/she may alos prescribe anti viral ointment. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari