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Hey i had intercourse with a woman and a little over a day later i noticed bumps above penis and on shaft. also the next day inside my mouth behind teeth on gums they feel swollen and are painful. is it possible to have signs of herpes that soon?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

The timing is too soon for that exposure. On average, it can take four days for symptoms to appear. However, it can vary between two to 21 days after exposure. I wonder if this breakout is a coincidence.

Answered 11/6/2022

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It does not happen one day after exposure. Hard to diagnose without exam Pl see your doc

Answered 11/7/2022

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