Prescott's Microbiology
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Author: WILLEY, Sandman, Wood
Publisher: McGraw Hill
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To determine: The reason for recurrent cold sores in people.
Introduction: Cold sore or a fever blister is a fluid-filled lesion that is commonly formed at the lips or the inside of nostrils. Cold sores present themselves near the nerve endings. As a result, they cause significant itching and burning sensation.
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To determine: The causative agents of cold sores.
Introduction: Viruses consists of
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Prescott's Microbiology
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