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I recently developed 3 small very painful sores on my genitals. right under the vagina; the skin between the vagina and anus. i noticed them when i went to urinate and it was almost unbearable. i immediately went to the nearest clinic where they took a sw

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Dr. John Fung answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Genital herpes: The herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes genital herpes. Sexual contact is the primary way that the virus spreads. After the initial infection, the virus lies dormant in your body and can reactivate several times a year. There's no cure for genital herpes, but medications can ease symptoms and reduce the risk of infecting others. The diagnosis is confirmed by viral culture. See your PCP to discuss

Answered 4/4/2015

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