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Can genital herpes with anal bumps cause rectum to have foul smelling discharge that first smelled like feces then like fish, never went away fully ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Maybe but : Something is clearly wrong if these are the symptoms you're having. Instead of trying to decide if this might be herpes i highly suggest seeing a doctor right away for evaluation testing and treatment. You need to find out what is causing anal discharge.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Can genital herpes with anal bumps cause rectum to have foul smelling discharge that first smelled like feces then like fish, never went away fully ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

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