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I recently performed oral and two days later and i have gum boils and a sore throat. i'm hoping it's just a cold?

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Dr. Kristi Woods answered

Get checked: In the absence of any other cold symptoms such as cough, congestion, runny nose, sneezing, headache, fever, etc., i would be very concerned about std, which you absolutely can get in your mouth after oral sex. You should get tested, and use a dental dam or other barrier in the future.

Answered 3/27/2016

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A member asked:

I recently performed oral and two days later and i have gum boils and a sore throat. i'm hoping it's just a cold?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kristi Woods answered

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