I got a sore on my mouth about two years ago. Not sure what it was. I've looked at pictures or cold sores and syphilis sores on mouth. The sore was on the left side at the end of my lips (not on them). When I peeled the scab it looks like there is a tiny cut... the scab was big. I raed that cold sore scabs come off and reveal pink healing skin... I had that. I've also read that syphilis sores are circular and go up like a pillar or something (look like giant bug bites. I never had any of the secondary symptoms of syphilis, rashes on hand and/or feet, ect. Could a cold sore easily be mistaken for a syphilis sore?
2007-03-10 10:17:54 · 5 answers · asked by torn_at_the_seams_of_my_dreams 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
Yes, herpes sores and syphilis sores can sometimes be confused with one another.
You really should be tested as soon as you can. Syphilis can be cured with some antibiotics, but if left untreated it can cause serious health problems and even death. Herpes can be treated, but there is no cure.
Get tested! Good luck!
2007-03-10 22:42:26 · answer #1 · answered by Alli 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-01 04:03:51 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-01 12:26:53 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cold sores are also related to Herpes simplex a common side effect of the common cold. Since you have had no subsequent recurrences it is most likely a non-issue. Good Luck!
2007-03-10 10:22:26 · answer #4 · answered by Walking on Sunshine 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe or herpes cold sores --u never had any blood test since? U might be just parnoid but u might get some tests run to be sure--better safe than sorry, ya know? Peace
2007-03-10 10:25:54 · answer #5 · answered by luminous 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋