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fever blister

/ˈfiːvər ˌblɪstər/

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/ˈfiːvər ˌblɪstər/B2formalmedical
  • ruНебольшой болезненный волдырь, наполненный жидкостью, который обычно появляется на губах или вокруг них, вызванный вирусом простого герпеса; также известен как простуда на губах.

A small, painful, fluid-filled blister that typically appears on or around the lips, caused by the herpes simplex virus; also known as a cold sore.

  1. Cold soreB2formal

    A small, painful blister that appears on or around the lips, caused by the herpes simplex virus.

    ruГерпес на губах

    • She developed a fever blister after being out in the sun all day.
    • Stress often triggers a fever blister for him.
    • Applying a cold compress can help soothe a fever blister.