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A 36-year-old male asked:

How can i tell if i have genital herpees i saw something on the head of my penis after i ejaculated that didnt look right. help me i had oral sex from someone who had a cold sore before. it is not a bump on me just looks like a red dot?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan
Urology 36 years experience
Herpes causes tiny blisters with some discomfort then burst and heal. They do not cause a red dot so chances are you do not have it. however you can get H Simplex if you have oral sex with someone who has oralH. simplex
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