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A member asked:

Is oral or genital herpes always painful? because i have some symptoms but no pain.

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Dr. Antonio Cruz answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Get checked: If you have symptoms and are concerned, your best bet is to be evaluated by a dermatologist when you are experiencing this symptoms. They would be able to diagnose and treat you if necessary.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/24/2018

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