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Recently had unprotected anal sex. 4 days later i have a small tear or cut on my anus. it doesn't itch but is sore when i wipe. could this be herpes?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not clear: To answer this question, you need a personal examination by a physician. Anal sex can be traumatizing, and you may have been injured. It could be herpes also -- if infected, the first outbreak usually happens within 2 weeks of exposure. It's very hard to know without visualizing the area.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Recently had unprotected anal sex. 4 days later i have a small tear or cut on my anus. it doesn't itch but is sore when i wipe. could this be herpes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

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