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May have come in contact with hsv 2?
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That is possible: This may result from oral or genital contact.
Answered 9/22/2017
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Needs to be treated: All we can suggest is if you are sure you had unprotected sex with a partner who had active lesions of genital herpes.Then you should consult your family physician as you may need anti viral antibiotics.And if you already have rash suggestive of genital herpes,you also need a consult with your doctor for treatment.If you are not sure then you may just need to be observed.Use condom to prevent
Answered 9/22/2017
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