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A member asked:
Having ulcer in genital ... is it always sti ? and if it's herpes how long it takes to heal? it's primary infection ?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
No: Genital ulcers are not always due to infection. There are diseases such as behcet;s syndrome in which genital ulcers are common. They are also seen in reiter's syndrome although it is controversial if this is secondary to infection or not.
Answered 3/22/2020
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It's an STD unless: Proven negative. Herpes can take a long time to heal. Syphilis can also cause genital ulcers. Could also be traumatic. Bottom line is you must get it checked.
Answered 2/17/2014
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