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fever blister

noun



fever blister

noun

  1. another name for cold sore
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51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins

Origin of fever blister1

First recorded in 1880–85
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Q. I believe the herpes virus that causes cold sores or fever blisters is similar to the virus causing shingles.

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People who haven’t had fever blisters might not understand that urgency.

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It appears as if a fever blister has taken over the monster’s entire head, rather than just the lips.

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If you get fever blisters on your lips, they may be more likely to make an appearance this time of year.

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And should they ask any questions about that, I intended telling them I had some fever blisters on my mouth, etc.

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