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I have a cold sore that has my entire lip swollen. The cold sore is healing, but the swelling is not going down, why?
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Some infections (such as herpes simplex virus infection) can result in blisters (sometimes referred to as cold sores) and localized swelling of the lips. Infections and inflammatory conditions of the skin can also lead to inflammation and swollen lips. Let's have a detailed discussion to ensure proper treatment.
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