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What type of doctor is best at diagnosing genital warts or herpes? dermatologist or urologist and can they do it visually?
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I feel that both of these specialists can properly and expertly diagnose those genital conditions after inspecting the lesions.
Answered 5/9/2021
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Majority of primary care docs would feel comfortable diagnosing genital herpes on history and exam, specifically if lesions are typical. In case needed a dermatologist may be consulted for confirmation.
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