Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What's a way to explain to my bf that i have a cold sore and not herpes?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Well cold sores: Are usually due to herpes simplex type 1. Genital herpes is type 2. At least this is how it is most of the time (but not always).
Answered 6/17/2013
5.1k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Could a cold sore or herpes be contracted from objects?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Is there a way to never get herpes again ? If not then how man more times in my life will I get a cold sore I had two my whole life and they were about 6 years apart .. I dont want to get more ?
Is a cold sore a form of herpes?
How do a cold sore and herpes differ?
How is a cold sore and herpes different?
Cold sore can mimic herpes, true or not?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
