Most likely, weve brushed it off as a pimple, which in many cases, it may be.
So, when it comes to cold sore vs pimple, whats the difference?
What Is a Cold Sore?
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Y. Claire Chang, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist at Union Square Laser Dermatology in Manhattan, New York.
Okay, Then What’s a Pimple?
This combo then forms bacteria called P. acnes, which leads to breakouts.
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Pimples most commonly occur during puberty, but can also occur in adulthood, Dr. Chang says.
This can cause inflammation and pus formation, causing red, inflamed papules.
One thing pimples and cold sores have in common, though, is that they are both extremely common.
Additionally, the symptoms that both oral herpes and acne produce cold sores, and pimples, are treatable.
American Academy of Dermatology Association.How to treat different types of acne.
American Academy of Dermatology Association.Skin conditions by the numbers.
