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American Academy of Dermatology
Address:
P.O. Box 4014
Schaumburg, IL 60618-4014
Phone:
1-866-503-SKIN (7546)
Internet Address:
http://www.aad.org/
Description of Services Provided:
This site provides education, support groups, and a physician locator. The information is comprehensive and contains color photos of cold sores at different stages of infection.
Australian Herpes Management Forum
Address:
c/o-STIRC, Marian Villa
Westmead Hospital, Westmead
NSW 2145
AUSTRALIA
Phone:
+61 (2) 8230 3843
Internet Address:
http://www.ahmf.com.au/default.htm/
Description of Services Provided:
This organization provides succinct, easy-to-understand information on oral and other forms of herpes. Its website contains large color photos of people with typical cold sores at different stages of the infection.
COLD SORES.CA
Internet Address:
http://www.coldsores.ca/
Description of Services Provided:
This Canadian website, written by dermatologists, provides over 10 articles about cold sores. You'll also find a dermatology glossary and images.
Last reviewed July 2008 by David Horn, MD, FACP
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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