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Are herpes sores always painful? are they sometimes mild? if so how..need to know straight answer

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Dr. Michelle Jones singer answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Herpes: Some people do not have pain with a herpes outbreak or it can be very mild. If this happens your doctor may suggest taking medication everyday to decrease the chances of transfering it.

Answered 1/13/2015

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