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I have other sores in my mouth too. could it be herpes?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Herpes?: Oral lesions need to be seen in person in order to properly and accurately diagnose them. See your general dentist, an oral surgeon, or an ENT specialist.

Dr Rubenstein and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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