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A member asked:

Are simple canker sores a sign of hiv?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No, but get tested: If you have any concern, get a HIV nucleic acid test.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 12/4/2016

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No: Should completely disappear in about 10 days. If not, see your Dentist.

Dr Douglas agreed

Answered 12/5/2016

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I've been done oral sex with 5 guys and have a canker sores in my mouth is it because of lack of sleep i've been sleepless lately or am I have hiv?

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What could cause a sudden incidence of canker sores on the inside of mouth and lips? Theyre not cold sores and I haven't had sex recently to contract HIV or anything. I never get them now I have 4-5 sore persistent ones all at once. I also eat good.

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A member asked:

Recurring canker sores on inside of lips and tongue. Tongue feels raw and my mucous and saliva feels acidic. The inside of my mouth visibly looks good. Any ideas what this could be? HIV negative and recent CBC bloodwork came back normal.

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A member asked:

Is a canker sore in your mouth a sign of HIV infection ? Have one for a wk now very painful . Never had it this long . On my gum. What caused this?

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A member asked:

I recently developed a canker sore I do get them every so often.I also have a sore throat I've recently had unprotected sex with a male. I'm worried about HIV. I had the RNA test 9 day post-exp and it was negative. Could this still be signs of HIV?

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

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