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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Red Spots
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Red Spots
by PossiblePoz, Jul 19, 2007 12:00AM
Hello Doc,
I'm having some problems and I don't understand what's going on. I've been getting red pimple like spots (sometimes just a redness) around and on my lips. They always go away in a day or two but this is very strange because I've never had this happen to me. I had a herpes test a few days ago which came back negative for HSV-1 and HSV-2 but I could have had an exposure after that. But I don't know if this is herpes because they don't look like cold sores and they disappear within a day or two.
I don't know what to make of this. Is it possible it can be from the heat? I live in New York City. Do you know what this could be?
Thank You.
I'm having some problems and I don't understand what's going on. I've been getting red pimple like spots (sometimes just a redness) around and on my lips. They always go away in a day or two but this is very strange because I've never had this happen to me. I had a herpes test a few days ago which came back negative for HSV-1 and HSV-2 but I could have had an exposure after that. But I don't know if this is herpes because they don't look like cold sores and they disappear within a day or two.
I don't know what to make of this. Is it possible it can be from the heat? I live in New York City. Do you know what this could be?
Thank You.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jul 22, 2007 12:00AM
, Jul 22, 2007 12:00AM
I don't think it's herpes. A heat rash sounds much more likely. As you obviously know, herpes doesn't come and go a couple of days. If you're rubbing or closely examining yourself to see what's going on, please stop, since that can make spots persist and look more noticeable. I think you should stop worrying about herpes and ignore these. If you can't see a dermatologist in person.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
