cold sores

[laccardi]

i been dealing with cold sores for a long time usually occurs on my bottom lip actually under it and its usually in the same spot. recently i got an outbreak again there and also occurred on my nose on the side now ive never ever had an outbreak on my nose b4 can u tell me why i would of gotten it there also so right now i have it on my bottom lip and on my nose?it scares me because ive never had it on my nose b4 could i have had a fever?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Herpes simplex virus-1 causing cold sores can spread if a person touches the cold sore and then touches a mucous membrane or an area of the skin with a cut on it. Mucous membranes are the moist, protective linings made of tissue that are found in certain areas of your body like your nose, eyes, mouth, and vagina.
I hope it helps. Take care and regards.

[laccardi]

does that mean i will now get on my nose since i may of touch my nose? will i be prone to getting coldsores there also?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It looks like you touched your face after touching the cold sore. It is especially important to avoid touching your face and eyes after you touch your sores and do not  use any creams or ointments on sores unless prescribed by your healthcare provider.

You may need oral antiviral drugs for which you need to consult your dermatologist.
I hope it helps. Take care and regards.