Grouped, crusted blisters on the lips and chin are typical of herpes simplex infection. This image displays a blister with a central depression, typical of herpes simplex. The first time a person contracts a herpes infection, there is often severe blistering, pain, and sometimes fever. This image displays an unusual area for the herpes simplex infection. This image displays a mucosal blister caused by a herpes simplex infection. This image displays a herpes simplex infection on the face. This image displays early crusting and swelling typical of recurrent herpes. This image displays multiple grouped herpes lesions that are starting to crust and dry.
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Grouped, crusted blisters on the lips and chin are typical of herpes simplex infection.
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References


Bolognia, Jean L., ed. Dermatology, pp.1235-1241. New York: Mosby, 2003.

Freedberg, Irwin M., ed. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 6th ed, pp.1252. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2003.

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