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Herpes infection

2017-10-08 11:01:43
I got in my upper lip and spreaded.Its a bit irritating.I got Aciclovir 400 DT as my medication,now I am feeling pain in my neck area looks like some lumps.will you please tell me is there anything serious ?
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You may be having pyoderma which is common around the mouth. It is due to staph infections. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment.

Answered2017-10-09 09:49:54

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Probably it's due to secondary bacterial infection.. send photos of the affected area for proper diagnosis and treatment

Answered2017-10-09 02:47:02

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