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Open wounds(already been checked out) that used to be sores on my penis that won't heal for over a week. i haven't picked at them. i can tell they're goin to leave a scar. are they herpes or something else? and how do i get them to heal quicker?

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Dr. Evan Allen answered

Testing: You should have blood tests drawn to check for HIV, Herpes, Syphilis and any other Sexually Transmitted infections.

Dr Tavarez agreed

Answered 10/28/2015

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A member asked:

Open wounds(already been checked out) that used to be sores on my penis that won't heal for over a week. i haven't picked at them. i can tell they're goin to leave a scar. are they herpes or something else? and how do i get them to heal quicker?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Evan Allen answered

Dr Tavarez agreed

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