i currently have a cold sore it has developed since thursday and its drying up now. my question is do i have oral herpes? or is there something thats JUST a cold sore. the last cold sore i could remember of was when i was 10 and im 16 now. thanks for any help
2006-06-06 15:23:27 · 5 answers · asked by afr0 n3lly 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
go see a doctor!!!!!!!!!!
2006-06-06 15:26:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The herpes simplex virus (HSV) (also known as Cold Sore, Night Fever, or Fever Blister) is a virus that manifests itself in two common viral infections, each marked by painful, watery blisters in the skin or mucous membranes (such as the mouth or lips) or on the genitals. The disease is contagious, particularly during an outbreak, and is incurable with present technology. An infection on the lips is commonly known as a "cold sore" or "fever blister," though this should not be confused with a canker sore, which appears inside the mouth and is not caused by the herpes simplex virus.
2006-06-06 22:59:16 · answer #2 · answered by purple 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've ever had a cold sore, yes you have oral herpes. It's not a big deal though, a lot of people have it. Just beware that it is contageous when you have a cold sore.
2006-06-06 22:26:45 · answer #3 · answered by coolkittenwinx 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Purple is right,but i want to add some to it.Avoid getting to hot if out in the sun. Avoid mashing your lips. Tell your dentist not to mash them if you have dental work. Tell them why. Upset stomach can sometimes cause them to flair-up.
2006-06-06 23:28:39 · answer #4 · answered by sumrtanman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you do and never kiss anyone they can catch it to
2006-06-06 22:28:23 · answer #5 · answered by tgerfers43 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋