fever blister

Questions

What does fever blister mean?

A cold sore, an outbreak of vesicles caused by herpes simplex viral infection, especially when recurring during another illness that causes fever.

Where does fever blister come from?

From fever + blister, likely for an association with fever or other illness.

How to pronounce fever blister

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