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What Causes Blister-like Lesions At The Corners Of The Mouth?

my 6 year old grandson has blister-type lesions at corners of each side of mouth and a terribly raw sore under his left nostril. He is in foster care and that mom has not taken him to doctor. What could this be?? I have 2 pictures of him but can t get to next page to upload them.
Thu, 19 Jan 2017
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Hi,

As per your complain the symptoms seems to be due to viral infection caused by Herpes simplex virus 1 causing cold sores that has a typical presentation of clusters of fluid filled blisters. Consult an Infection Medicine specialist and get him evaluated. He can be examined clinically along with a blood test like IgG and IgM antibodies, viral culture to confirm the diagnosis.

In case of herpes you can be advised anti-viral medication like topical anti-viral medication like Valtrex and oral medication like Acyclovir, Valacyclovir etc.

Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora
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What Causes Blister-like Lesions At The Corners Of The Mouth?

Hi, As per your complain the symptoms seems to be due to viral infection caused by Herpes simplex virus 1 causing cold sores that has a typical presentation of clusters of fluid filled blisters. Consult an Infection Medicine specialist and get him evaluated. He can be examined clinically along with a blood test like IgG and IgM antibodies, viral culture to confirm the diagnosis. In case of herpes you can be advised anti-viral medication like topical anti-viral medication like Valtrex and oral medication like Acyclovir, Valacyclovir etc. Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Honey Arora