I had a blister after five months of a massage session. What is it?

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It appears to be herpes only (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It is not clear on the image, but it appears to be a fluid-filled vesicle, so suggest a strong possibility of herpes only. Another factor which would favor herpes is the presence of pain. Was there any pain in those vesicles, if yes, then it further makes herpes a strong possibility.

Next thing, history of hand job further add to the possibility. If you get lesion anytime, please get a swab and PCR (polymerized chain reaction) done. Also, get HSV 1 and 2 antibodies level done now.

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Okay. Still, herpes is the likely possibility in your case, although we cannot be cent percent sure just based on clinical features. Since it does not have all the typical features, we will have to take other factors into consideration. So we will see the repeat antibodies titers especially of herpes 2. It is not a worrisome condition and usually not a major problem. It may recur when your immunity goes down, not always, and medicines will help to cure it. I guess it was not examined by any doctor directly. So overall, get antibodies titers and if you happen to get repeated episode then get PCR done. All the best.