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Am I getting sores suddenly because my partner had a sore on his penis?

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Published At August 13, 2022
Reviewed AtJuly 12, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Three months ago, I had a little red raised blister on my breast and then a week later on my back and stomach. Then later, the sore appeared on my inner butt cheeks, with swollen hard whitish clitoris and a sore on the lip of my vagina. I have noticed blisters on my back, underarms, and neck. I never had blisters or sores before, but my partner had a sore on his penis. Kindly help.

Hello,

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The lesions and their spread point toward the herpes simplex-related infection with the involvement of the genital area and body. It also appears to be sexually transmitted from your partner. Often, such infections are intermixed with other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). For this reason, I suggest you get investigated for both herpes simplex and STDs since you have mentioned you have had the signs for the last three months. Please let me know what investigations or treatment you have already undertaken. Is this the first episode of sores like these, or is it a recurrence of previous sores? Were the sores treated? Also, are there other symptoms like itching, burning, or scratching associated with these lesions. Are there other systemic signs and symptoms such as fever, urinary difficulties, or bodily discomfort? Had your partner gotten tested for his sore? If not, please get him investigated as well for sores and STDs? Also, let me know if either of you have multiple partners.

Thank you.

The Probable causes

Herpes Simplex virus infection.

Investigations to be done

1. Sample analysis of the site of the lesion - PCR (polymerized chain reaction) and antigen testing 2. HSV (herpes simplex virus) antibody titers. 3. STD (sexually transmitted disease) panel-related tests.

Differential diagnosis

Herpes zoster, Syphillis.

Probable diagnosis

Herpes simplex Virus infection.

Treatment plan

1. Antiviral drugs after confirmation of herpes simplex infection. 2. Antibiotics depend on the bacteria.

Preventive measures

Avoid sexual contact.

Regarding follow up

Reports of the prescribed tests.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Shubadeep Debabrata Sinha
Dr. Shubadeep Debabrata Sinha

Infectious Diseases

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